Graham County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 2,677.
The median annual property tax in Graham County is $842, which is 41% lower than the North Carolina state average and 56% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $155,800. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$842
-41% vs State
-56% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,800
-27% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
-23% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,035
$86/mo
Without Mortgage
$730
$61/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 | $842 -0.9% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $850 +14.6% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $742 -0.1% | 0.64% |
| 2020 | $743 +6.9% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $695 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,038
per year
Monthly Tax
$70
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Pitt County
Tax: $1,649/yr Rate: 0.85%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,236/yr Rate: 0.72%
Pasquotank County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.69%
Guilford County
Tax: $2,075/yr Rate: 0.88%
Chowan County
Tax: $1,403/yr Rate: 0.69%
Ashe County
Tax: $1,136/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Graham County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Graham County is $842 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $155,800.
How does Graham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Graham County are 56% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Graham County? ▼
In Graham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,035 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $730. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Graham County? ▼
Property taxes in Graham County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $49,038. 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.