Jackson County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 11,370.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $938, which is 35% lower than the North Carolina state average and 51% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.37% on a median home value of $253,900. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$938
-35% vs State
-51% vs US
Median Home Value
$253,900
+19% vs State
+20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.37%
-47% vs State
-61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$984
$82/mo
Without Mortgage
$888
$74/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 | $938 +4.7% | 0.37% |
| 2022 | $896 +5.0% | 0.37% |
| 2021 | $853 +2.9% | 0.40% |
| 2020 | $829 -4.9% | 0.40% |
| 2019 | $872 | 0.44% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,479
per year
Monthly Tax
$78
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Duplin County
Tax: $912/yr Rate: 0.74%
Macon County
Tax: $979/yr Rate: 0.43%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,236/yr Rate: 0.72%
Perquimans County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.62%
Johnston County
Tax: $1,840/yr Rate: 0.69%
Haywood County
Tax: $1,532/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $938 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.37% on a median home value of $253,900.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 51% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.37% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $984 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $888. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $53,479. 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.