Alleghany County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 3,891.
The median annual property tax in Alleghany County is $1,202, which is 16% lower than the North Carolina state average and 37% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $199,000. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,202
-16% vs State
-37% vs US
Median Home Value
$199,000
-7% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-14% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,276
$106/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,085
$90/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,202 +9.6% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $1,097 +6.8% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $1,027 +11.3% | 0.62% |
| 2020 | $923 +9.6% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $842 | 0.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,272
per year
Monthly Tax
$100
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,660/yr Rate: 0.59%
Halifax County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 1.13%
Brunswick County
Tax: $1,789/yr Rate: 0.57%
Edgecombe County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 1.10%
Alexander County
Tax: $1,199/yr Rate: 0.63%
Gaston County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Alleghany County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Alleghany County is $1,202 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $199,000.
How does Alleghany County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Alleghany County are 37% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Alleghany County? ▼
In Alleghany County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,276 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,085. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Alleghany County? ▼
Property taxes in Alleghany County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $44,272. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.