Ashe County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 9,405.
The median annual property tax in Ashe County is $1,136, which is 21% lower than the North Carolina state average and 41% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $221,900. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,136
-21% vs State
-41% vs US
Median Home Value
$221,900
+4% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.51%
-27% vs State
-46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,153
$96/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,121
$93/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 | $1,136 +1.8% | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $1,116 +7.4% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $1,039 +8.8% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $955 -0.2% | 0.60% |
| 2019 | $957 | 0.62% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,827
per year
Monthly Tax
$95
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Pender County
Tax: $1,858/yr Rate: 0.70%
Wilson County
Tax: $1,428/yr Rate: 0.83%
Anson County
Tax: $1,113/yr Rate: 0.93%
Cabarrus County
Tax: $2,429/yr Rate: 0.76%
Clay County
Tax: $1,188/yr Rate: 0.45%
Wake County
Tax: $3,023/yr Rate: 0.71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ashe County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ashe County is $1,136 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $221,900.
How does Ashe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ashe County are 41% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ashe County? ▼
In Ashe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,153 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,121. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ashe County? ▼
Property taxes in Ashe County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $50,827. 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.