Meigs County, TN Property Tax: $727/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Meigs County is 0.39% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $185,500, that works out to about $723 per year, or $60 per month. Meigs County is located in southern Tennessee, and is home to approximately 13,076 residents.
About Meigs County
Meigs County covers approximately 195.1 square miles in Tennessee. The county is home to about 13,076 residents living in roughly 6,164 housing units, of which 65.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $58,395, and the median home was built in 1993.
Meigs County borders Bradley County, Hamilton County, McMinn County, Rhea County, Roane County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Tennessee
Property taxes in Tennessee are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Tennessee offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Meigs County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Meigs County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meigs County, TN | 0.39% | $185,500 | $723 |
| Tennessee state average | 0.51% | — | $946* |
| Bradley County | 0.51% | $230,800 | $1,174 |
| Hamilton County | 0.67% | $282,100 | $1,888 |
| McMinn County | 0.37% | $190,400 | $707 |
| Rhea County | 0.46% | $178,500 | $825 |
| Roane County | 0.55% | $212,300 | $1,172 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Meigs County's median home value of $185,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Meigs County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Tennessee?
At 0.39%, Meigs County is lower than the Tennessee state average of 0.51%. On a home at the county median of $185,500, that means about $723 per year — versus $946 at the state average rate, a difference of $223 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Meigs County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Meigs County?
For a home at the county median value of $185,500, the annual property tax in Meigs County is approximately $723 — or about $60 per month. For a home worth $278,250, expect around $1,085 per year. For a $371,000 home, approximately $1,447 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Meigs County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Meigs County are handled by the Meigs County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Meigs County?
Tennessee counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.39% shown here. Contact the Meigs County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File