ZIP Code 37617

In ZIP code 37617, near Kingsport, homes carry a median value of $247,700 while the county's effective property tax rate sits at 0.58%, yielding an annual tax bill of roughly $1,437. With median household income at $64,764, that levy absorbs about 2.2% of a household's yearly earnings. Per-capita income reaches $35,074. Buyers should also weigh the 9.25% combined sales tax, which shapes the overall cost of living in this area. Home values here demand a larger upfront commitment than the tax rate alone implies, so weighing income against both purchase price and ongoing taxes matters.