Estimate your North Carolina property tax based on the state's 0.74% average effective rate. Enter your home value for an instant, free calculation.
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North Carolina has a relatively low effective property tax rate of 0.74%, ranking 36th nationally. The state's growing population, particularly in the Research Triangle and Charlotte metro areas, has driven home values higher while rates have remained moderate.
North Carolina requires property to be revalued at least every 8 years, with most urban counties doing so every 4 years. Property is assessed at 100% of market value. County commissioners set rates annually based on budget needs.
| Home Value | Estimated Annual Tax | Monthly (Escrow) |
|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $1,850 | $154/mo |
| $282,400 (median) | $2,090 | $174/mo |
| $600,000 | $4,440 | $370/mo |
North Carolina's Homestead Exclusion excludes the greater of $25,000 or 50% of assessed value for qualifying seniors 65+ and permanently disabled persons with income under $36,700. A Circuit Breaker Deferral program also exists for seniors.
North Carolina property taxes are due September 1 and become delinquent January 5 of the following year.
Wake County (Raleigh) and Mecklenburg County (Charlotte) have the highest values and are growing rapidly. Orange County (Chapel Hill/Carrboro) has among the highest rates in the state.