38039 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 38039 (Grand Junction, Tennessee) pay a median of $705/year in property taxes on homes valued at $135,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.52%, which is 5% below the Tennessee state average of 0.55%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 38039 is approximately $59, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Hardeman County. This is $501 less than the Tennessee average of $1,206/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Tennessee, 38039 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 38229 (0.52%) and 37615 (0.52%).

In Grand Junction, property taxes represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $44,063, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Tennessee has no statewide property tax cap—your property will be reassessed at purchase price by the Hardeman County Assessor, potentially increasing your tax bill significantly. Hardeman County offers a homestead exemption for owner-occupied primary residences; apply with the Hardeman County Assessor's office as soon as you close to secure this tax reduction. Contact the Hardeman County Assessor to confirm eligibility requirements, exemption amount, and filing deadlines for your specific situation.