Halifax County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 12,866.
The median annual property tax in Halifax County is $1,163, which is 19% lower than the North Carolina state average and 40% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $102,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,163
-19% vs State
-40% vs US
Median Home Value
$102,500
-52% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
+61% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,325
$110/mo
Without Mortgage
$995
$83/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 | $1,163 +3.0% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $1,129 +8.8% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,038 +8.1% | 1.16% |
| 2020 | $960 -1.7% | 1.12% |
| 2019 | $977 | 1.13% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$45,071
per year
Monthly Tax
$97
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Wayne County
Tax: $1,210/yr Rate: 0.74%
Person County
Tax: $1,288/yr Rate: 0.67%
Chatham County
Tax: $2,671/yr Rate: 0.67%
Pamlico County
Tax: $1,257/yr Rate: 0.60%
Wilkes County
Tax: $1,003/yr Rate: 0.62%
Watauga County
Tax: $1,334/yr Rate: 0.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Halifax County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Halifax County is $1,163 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $102,500.
How does Halifax County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Halifax County are 40% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.13% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Halifax County? ▼
In Halifax County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,325 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $995. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Halifax County? ▼
Property taxes in Halifax County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $45,071. 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.