Chatham County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 25,936.
The median annual property tax in Chatham County is $2,671, which is 86% higher than the North Carolina state average and 39% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $397,800. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,671
+86% vs State
+39% vs US
Median Home Value
$397,800
+86% vs State
+88% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
-4% vs State
-29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,813
$234/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,437
$203/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 | $2,671 +3.6% | 0.67% |
| 2022 | $2,578 +6.0% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $2,431 +6.6% | 0.75% |
| 2020 | $2,280 +10.9% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $2,055 | 0.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$88,534
per year
Monthly Tax
$223
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Pasquotank County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.69%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,667/yr Rate: 0.52%
Ashe County
Tax: $1,136/yr Rate: 0.51%
Stokes County
Tax: $1,158/yr Rate: 0.62%
Forsyth County
Tax: $1,934/yr Rate: 0.85%
Jackson County
Tax: $938/yr Rate: 0.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chatham County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chatham County is $2,671 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $397,800.
How does Chatham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chatham County are 39% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chatham County? ▼
In Chatham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,813 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,437. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chatham County? ▼
Property taxes in Chatham County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $88,534. 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.