Haywood County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 20,083.
The median annual property tax in Haywood County is $1,532, which is 7% higher than the North Carolina state average and 20% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $254,900. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,532
+7% vs State
-20% vs US
Median Home Value
$254,900
+19% vs State
+20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-14% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,543
$129/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,518
$127/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 | $1,532 +3.8% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $1,476 +8.4% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $1,362 +2.1% | 0.69% |
| 2020 | $1,334 +3.4% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $1,290 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,001
per year
Monthly Tax
$128
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Iredell County
Tax: $1,843/yr Rate: 0.63%
Surry County
Tax: $1,033/yr Rate: 0.62%
Bertie County
Tax: $764/yr Rate: 0.80%
Onslow County
Tax: $1,431/yr Rate: 0.65%
Camden County
Tax: $1,784/yr Rate: 0.62%
Wilkes County
Tax: $1,003/yr Rate: 0.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Haywood County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Haywood County is $1,532 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $254,900.
How does Haywood County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Haywood County are 20% below 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 Haywood County? ▼
In Haywood County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,543 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,518. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Haywood County? ▼
Property taxes in Haywood County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $61,001. 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.