38481 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 38481 (Saint Joseph, Tennessee) pay a median of $859/year in property taxes on homes valued at $122,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.70%, which is 28% above the Tennessee state average of 0.55%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 38481 is approximately $72, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lawrence County. This is $347 less than the Tennessee average of $1,206/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Tennessee, 38481 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 37727 (0.70%) and 37343 (0.70%).

In Saint Joseph, property taxes represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $45,909, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Tennessee reassesses property at market value upon sale, meaning your tax bill will reflect the purchase price regardless of the prior owner's assessment. Lawrence County offers a Homestead Exemption of $25,000 off assessed value for primary residences — file with the Lawrence County Assessor's office. Contact the Lawrence County Assessor immediately after closing to claim the exemption and confirm your assessment.