Avery County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 5,245.
The median annual property tax in Avery County is $966, which is 33% lower than the North Carolina state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $233,200. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$966
-33% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$233,200
+9% vs State
+10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
-41% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,166
$97/mo
Without Mortgage
$831
$69/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 | $966 +6.0% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $911 +19.2% | 0.42% |
| 2021 | $764 +9.3% | 0.45% |
| 2020 | $699 +5.6% | 0.46% |
| 2019 | $662 | 0.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,657
per year
Monthly Tax
$81
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Craven County
Tax: $1,372/yr Rate: 0.67%
Stokes County
Tax: $1,158/yr Rate: 0.62%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,667/yr Rate: 0.52%
Rockingham County
Tax: $1,230/yr Rate: 0.79%
Scotland County
Tax: $999/yr Rate: 0.91%
Orange County
Tax: $4,105/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Avery County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Avery County is $966 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $233,200.
How does Avery County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Avery County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Avery County? ▼
In Avery County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,166 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $831. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Avery County? ▼
Property taxes in Avery County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $57,657. 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.