38001 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 38001 (Alamo, Tennessee) pay a median of $797/year in property taxes on homes valued at $119,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.66%, which is 21% above the Tennessee state average of 0.55%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 38001 is approximately $66, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Crockett County. This is $409 less than the Tennessee average of $1,206/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Tennessee, 38001 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 38230 (0.67%) and 38305 (0.67%).

In Alamo, property taxes represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $49,911, 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 Crockett County will reassess your property at purchase price and may increase the valuation annually without limit. Crockett County provides a Homestead Exemption for seniors 65+ and disabled property owners that reduces taxable assessed value — apply at the Crockett County Assessor's office with proof of age or disability status. File your exemption application immediately after closing and request a post-purchase assessment review from the Crockett County Assessor to ensure accuracy and capture any available tax savings.