FIPS: 47121 • Seat: Decatur

Meigs County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor

Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Meigs County, Tennessee.

Tax Rate 0.62% Effective Rate
Median Home $225k Census ACS Value
Annual Tax $1395 Estimated Median
Assessment Ratio 25% Statutory Level

Meigs County Assessor's Office Information

Physical Address

Meigs County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Decatur, TN 47001

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Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)

Closed on state & federal holidays.

Telephone / Contact

(615) 457-2151

Online Property Search Tool

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Meigs County Property Tax Calculator

Estimated using Meigs County's effective tax rate of 0.62% (Assessment ratio: 25%)

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* Estimates do not account for local municipal surcharges, special district levies (MUD / ISD), or individual homestead exemption deductions.
Estimated Annual Tax
$349
per year
Monthly Escrow $29/mo
Assessed Value $56.250
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Appealing Your Meigs County Assessment

Statutory Protest Deadline:

Prior to the adjournment of the County Board of Equalization in June.

Under Tennessee property tax law, property owners in Meigs County have the legal right to challenge an assessed valuation that exceeds fair market value, is unequally appraised compared to neighboring properties, or contains clerical errors.

Step 1: Informal Review

Contact the Meigs County Assessor's Office to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).

Step 2: Formal Hearing

If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the County Board of Equalization & State Board of Equalization (SBOE) before the statutory deadline.

Save on Property Taxes

Was Your Meigs County Home Over-Assessed This Year?

Studies show up to 30% to 60% of US residential properties are overvalued by automated municipal algorithms. Protesting your assessment before the statutory deadline can lower your tax bill by an average of $1,100/year.

⏰ Key Deadline: Prior to the adjournment of the County Board of Equalization in June.

Meigs County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief

Homeowners in Meigs County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:

General Homestead Exemption:

Property Tax Relief Program pays all or part of property taxes on primary home for low-income seniors, disabled homeowners, and disabled veterans.

Seniors & Disabled Veterans:

Property Tax Freeze Program freezes tax amount for seniors 65+ in participating counties. 100% disabled veterans receive tax relief on first $175,000 of full value.

Public Records & Deeds Official Recording Partner

Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Meigs County?

While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Meigs County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Meigs County Property Appraiser office located?

The official Meigs County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Meigs County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Decatur, TN 47001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (615) 457-2151.

What is the property tax rate in Meigs County, TN?

The average effective property tax rate in Meigs County is approximately 0.62%. For a home with the median county market value of $225.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $1395 per year.

How do I search for a property or parcel in Meigs County?

You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Meigs County parcel search portal: https://www.tncounties.org//assessor/parcel-search.

When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Meigs County?

Property valuation protests and appeals in Meigs County must be submitted by: Prior to the adjournment of the County Board of Equalization in June. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Equalization & State Board of Equalization (SBOE).

How does the Homestead Exemption work in Meigs County?

Property Tax Relief Program pays all or part of property taxes on primary home for low-income seniors, disabled homeowners, and disabled veterans. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Property Tax Freeze Program freezes tax amount for seniors 65+ in participating counties. 100% disabled veterans receive tax relief on first $175,000 of full value.).

Adjacent & Neighboring County Appraisers

County Overview

County Seat: Decatur
Population (2023): 13.691
Land Area: 195 sq mi
Tax Assessor Ratio: 25%
State Agency: Tennessee Dept of Revenue
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