37762 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 37762 (Jellico, Tennessee) pay a median of $779/year in property taxes on homes valued at $151,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.51%, which is 6% below the Tennessee state average of 0.55%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 37762 is approximately $65, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Campbell County. This is $427 less than the Tennessee average of $1,206/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Tennessee, 37762 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 37066 (0.51%) and 37080 (0.51%).

In Jellico, property taxes represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $43,923, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Tennessee assesses property at 25% of market value with no state cap on annual increases, so Campbell County will fully reassess your home at the purchase price and adjust it annually. Campbell County residents aged 65+ and those with disabilities qualify for a Homestead Exemption that reduces taxable assessed value — submit your application to the Campbell County Assessor with age or disability proof. Contact the Campbell County Assessor within 30 days of closing to verify your assessment accuracy and file your Homestead Exemption claim if you qualify.