37618 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 37618 (Bluff City, Tennessee) pay a median of $868/year in property taxes on homes valued at $174,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.50%, which is 9% below the Tennessee state average of 0.55%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 37618 is approximately $72, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Sullivan County. This is $338 less than the Tennessee average of $1,206/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Tennessee, 37618 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 37681 (0.50%) and 37326 (0.50%).

In Bluff City, property taxes represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $58,413, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Tennessee imposes no statewide property tax cap; Sullivan County assessments are set by the county assessor and can rise annually. Sullivan County homeowners 65+ and disabled individuals should apply for the Homestead Exemption at the Sullivan County Assessor's office to lower assessed value and tax liability. After purchase, request your Notice of Assessment from the Sullivan County Assessor and file a formal appeal within 30 days if you dispute the valuation.