38485 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 38485 (Waynesboro, Tennessee) pay a median of $663/year in property taxes on homes valued at $129,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.51%, which is 7% below the Tennessee state average of 0.55%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 38485 is approximately $55, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Wayne County. This is $543 less than the Tennessee average of $1,206/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Tennessee, 38485 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 37617 (0.51%) and 37334 (0.51%).

In Waynesboro, property taxes represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $54,559, 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. Wayne County offers a Homestead Exemption of $25,000 off assessed value for primary residences — file with the Wayne County Assessor's office. Contact the Wayne County Assessor immediately after closing to claim the exemption and confirm your assessment reflects your purchase price.