37821 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 37821 (Newport, Tennessee) pay a median of $926/year in property taxes on homes valued at $127,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.72%, which is 32% above the Tennessee state average of 0.55%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 37821 is approximately $77, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Cocke County. This is $280 less than the Tennessee average of $1,206/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Tennessee, 37821 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 38259 (0.72%) and 38545 (0.72%).

In Newport, property taxes represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $45,350, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Tennessee assesses property at 25% of market value with no cap on annual increases, meaning Cocke County will reassess your property at purchase price and may increase the valuation each year without restriction. Cocke County offers a Homestead Exemption for seniors 65+ and disabled property owners that reduces your taxable assessed value — apply at the Cocke County Assessor's office with birth certificate or disability documentation. Request a post-purchase assessment review from the Cocke County Assessor and file your Homestead Exemption claim immediately to capture savings on your first tax bill.