Property tax in North Carolina
The effective rate is about 0.66% of the home's value a year (Tax Foundation, 2024). On a $400,000 home that is about $2,640 a year (our calculation). Rates vary a lot by county and town.
Property tax
0.66%
of home value a year
Tax on a $400,000 home
$2,640
A month
$220
Rank
19 of 51
1 = lowest
| State | Property tax | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 0.61% | 17 |
| New Mexico | 0.63% | 18 |
| North Carolina | 0.66% | 19 |
| California | 0.70% | 20 |
| Kentucky | 0.74% | 21 |
Common questions
What is the property tax rate in North Carolina?
The effective rate is about 0.66% of the home's value a year (Tax Foundation, 2024). On a $400,000 home that is about $2,640 a year (our calculation). Rates vary a lot by county and town.
Does North Carolina have high property taxes?
North Carolina ranks 19 of 51 (1 = lowest effective rate), based on Tax Foundation's 2024 figures.
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