Buncombe County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 66,159.
The median annual property tax in Buncombe County is $2,163, which is 51% higher than the North Carolina state average and 12% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $360,000. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,163
+51% vs State
+12% vs US
Median Home Value
$360,000
+68% vs State
+70% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-14% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,272
$189/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,969
$164/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 | $2,163 +7.5% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $2,012 +12.3% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $1,791 +6.0% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $1,690 +4.6% | 0.67% |
| 2019 | $1,615 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,578
per year
Monthly Tax
$180
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
McDowell County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.52%
Edgecombe County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 1.10%
Richmond County
Tax: $1,122/yr Rate: 0.93%
Wake County
Tax: $3,023/yr Rate: 0.71%
Guilford County
Tax: $2,075/yr Rate: 0.88%
Anson County
Tax: $1,113/yr Rate: 0.93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Buncombe County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Buncombe County is $2,163 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $360,000.
How does Buncombe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Buncombe County are 12% above 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 Buncombe County? ▼
In Buncombe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,272 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,969. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Buncombe County? ▼
Property taxes in Buncombe County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $70,578. 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.