Arlington, Fayette County, Tennessee Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Arlington, Tennessee
Median Arlington, Tennessee effective property tax rate: 0.32%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Tennessee state median of 0.54%.
Median Arlington, Tennessee home value: $136,400
Median annual Arlington, Tennessee tax bill: $440, $1,960 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Fayette calculated?
Property taxes in Arlington, Tennessee are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Arlington's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Arlington, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Arlington, Fayette County, Tennessee Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.32%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$436
$405
How Does the Arlington Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Arlington property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Arlington's median effective tax rate of 0.32% — based on actual property records in Fayette County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Arlington's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Arlington: rates range from 0.32% in 38002 to 0.32% in 38002, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Arlington.
About Arlington Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Arlington, Fayette, Tennessee
Arlington’s median effective property tax rate of 0.32% is lower than the Tennessee state median of 0.54% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Fayette County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Arlington. Homeowners in the 38002 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.32%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 0.32%. This means there is no spread across the city’s reported ZIP-level data, but local school district boundaries and assessment districts can still affect what homeowners owe.
Arlington homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before May 31, 2026.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Arlington, Fayette County, Tennessee
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Arlington's effective property tax rate to other cities in Tennessee and the median property tax rates in Tennessee and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Arlington Tax Rate
0.32%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Fayette County Tax Rate
0.32%
Median Effective Tennessee Tax Rate
0.54%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Arlington, Fayette County, Tennessee
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38002 | 0.32% | 0.32% | 0.32% | 0.32% | 0.32% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Fayette County, Tennessee
When examining property taxes in Arlington, Tennessee, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Fayette County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Fayette County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month when notices are sent.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Arlington.
For example, the median home price in Arlington is $136,400, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 38002 has the highest median home price at $136,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Fayette County, Tennessee
Source: Ownwell
$52,300
$250,625
$448,950
Median Arlington Market Value
$136,400
Median Fayette County Market Value
$169,900
Median Tennessee Market Value
$213,900
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Fayette County, Tennessee
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38002 | $19,800 | $32,900 | $136,400 | $356,150 | $600,500 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Arlington, Fayette County, Tennessee
How are property tax bills calculated in Arlington?
Property tax bills in Arlington are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by Fayette County. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which affects the final bill. For homeowners, that means a higher assessed value usually leads to a higher property tax bill, while a lower assessed value can reduce it.
What factors are considered?
The main factors are the home’s market value, the assessment process, and the tax rate applied by the county. In Arlington, the median home price is $136,400, and property tax bills can vary widely. The 25th percentile tax bill is $106, while the 75th percentile is $1,145 and the 90th percentile is $1,939. The median tax bill in ZIP code 38002 is $440.
How does this affect homeowners?
Because bills can differ so much from one home to another, homeowners may see very different tax costs even within the same city.
Median Arlington Tax Bill
$440
Median Fayette County Tax Bill
$575
Median Tennessee Tax Bill
$1,126
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Arlington, Fayette County, Tennessee
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38002 | $64 | $106 | $440 | $1,145 | $1,939 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 31 |
Links | |
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| Fayette Tax Assessor | |
| Website | assessment.cot.tn.gov |