Murfreesboro, TN property taxes
The City of Murfreesboro tax rate, how a Tennessee property tax bill is figured, and a worked example, with the official source next to every number.
Murfreesboro property taxes at a glance
For the 2026 tax year, the county and city sources below list the City of Murfreesboro at $0.7529 per $100 of assessed value. A Murfreesboro address inside city limits pays a combined $2.2414 per $100 (county $1.4885 plus city $0.7529). Rates change each year and the right one depends on the exact address.
Sources: Rutherford County: Commission approves budget (06/22/2026) (county rate); City of Murfreesboro City Council meeting minutes, July 2, 2026 (city rate); Tennessee Comptroller, how to figure your tax bill. The combined figures are my addition of the rates shown. These are the 2026 rates after the countywide reappraisal, which lowered both rates (the county from $1.8762 and the city from $0.9526). The city rate is the certified rate presented to the City Council on July 2, 2026, so check the final adopted figure with the city.
How a Murfreesboro property tax bill is figured
- Appraised value. The Rutherford County Property Assessor estimates the value of each property.
- Assessed value. Residential property is assessed at 25 percent of its appraised value.
- Rate. Rates are stated per $100 of assessed value and are set each year by the county and the city.
- Bill. Tax equals assessed value divided by 100, multiplied by the rate. The County Trustee sends the bills.
A worked example
This is an illustration, not a prediction for any home. If a Murfreesboro home were appraised at $428,022 (Redfin's median sale price as of September 30, 2026), its assessed value would be $107,006. At the 2026 rates above, the yearly bill would be about:
| Murfreesboro address | Combined rate | About per year |
|---|---|---|
| Inside Murfreesboro city limits | $2.2414 | $2,398 |
An appraisal can differ from a sale price, and property taxes depend on the exact address, so verify them with the county for any home you are serious about. Rates can change when governments adopt new budgets or after a reappraisal. This page is not tax advice.
Murfreesboro property tax FAQ
What is the property tax rate in Murfreesboro, TN?
For the 2026 tax year, the county and city sources below list the City of Murfreesboro at $0.7529 per $100 of assessed value, plus a county rate of $1.4885 for addresses inside Murfreesboro city limits. That is a combined $2.2414 per $100 of assessed value. Rates change each year, and the right figure depends on the exact address.
How is a Tennessee property tax bill figured?
The county assessor estimates the appraised value. Residential property is assessed at 25 percent of appraised value. The tax rate, set by local governments, is stated per $100 of assessed value. Tax equals assessed value divided by 100, multiplied by the rate.
Who sends the property tax bill?
The County Trustee uses the tax rate and the assessor's tax roll to create and send tax bills and to collect county property taxes. The Property Assessor does not set the rate, send bills or collect taxes.
Will my property taxes change when I buy a home in Murfreesboro?
A bill is based on the property's appraised value, the assessment ratio and the current rates, not on the previous owner's bill. Taxes depend on the exact address, so verify them with the county for any home you are serious about.
This page is general information, not legal, tax, lending or financial advice. Ask a tax professional about your situation. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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