Marion County, Tennessee Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Marion County?

Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Marion County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.

Below, compare Marion County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Tennessee or the U.S. median of 1.02%.

Marion County's median effective rate stands at 0.44%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Marion County, the highest rate is found in Whitwell at 0.44%, while South Pittsburg has the lowest at 0.44%.

These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, special assessment districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.

Property tax bills in Marion County are based on the assessed value of a home, which is tied to its market value, and the local tax rate applied to that value. When a property’s assessed value rises, the tax bill usually increases as well, while lower assessments can help reduce what a homeowner owes.

In Marion County, the median home price is $93,900, and property tax bills vary widely across the county. The 25th percentile tax bill is $125, while the 75th percentile reaches $694. At the higher end, the 90th percentile tax bill is $1,278. That range shows how location, property characteristics, and assessed value can all affect the final bill.

For homeowners, this means property taxes can be a meaningful part of annual housing costs. Compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400, many Marion County homeowners pay less, but bills can still differ significantly from one property to another.