Camden County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 3,307.
The median annual property tax in Camden County is $1,784, which is 24% higher than the North Carolina state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $289,800. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,784
+24% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$289,800
+35% vs State
+37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
-11% vs State
-35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,782
$149/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,788
$149/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 | $1,784 +5.6% | 0.62% |
| 2022 | $1,689 +15.1% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $1,467 +2.6% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $1,430 +0.0% | 0.65% |
| 2019 | $1,430 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$87,781
per year
Monthly Tax
$149
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Cabarrus County
Tax: $2,429/yr Rate: 0.76%
Sampson County
Tax: $1,051/yr Rate: 0.82%
Gaston County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 0.80%
Davie County
Tax: $1,570/yr Rate: 0.67%
Jones County
Tax: $926/yr Rate: 0.76%
Anson County
Tax: $1,113/yr Rate: 0.93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Camden County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Camden County is $1,784 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $289,800.
How does Camden County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Camden County are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Camden County? ▼
In Camden County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,782 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,788. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Camden County? ▼
Property taxes in Camden County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $87,781. 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.