37061 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 37061 (Erin, Tennessee) pay a median of $862/year in property taxes on homes valued at $170,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.51%, which is 7% below the Tennessee state average of 0.55%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 37061 is approximately $72, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Houston County. This is $344 less than the Tennessee average of $1,206/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Tennessee, 37061 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 37387 (0.51%) and 38486 (0.51%).

In Erin, property taxes represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $54,396, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Houston County reassesses property every four years with no annual cap; your assessed value resets to market value at sale and remains fixed until the next reassessment cycle. Owner-occupied primary residences in Houston County receive a $25,000 homestead exemption — apply with the Houston County Assessor immediately after purchase to reduce your assessed value. Submit your homestead exemption application with proof of primary residence to the Houston County Assessor and obtain written confirmation of approval.