Northampton County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 5,562.
The median annual property tax in Northampton County is $1,232, which is 14% lower than the North Carolina state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $102,200. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,232
-14% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$102,200
-52% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.21%
+73% vs State
+27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,396
$116/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,066
$89/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 | $1,232 +8.1% | 1.21% |
| 2022 | $1,140 +2.2% | 1.19% |
| 2021 | $1,115 +5.5% | 1.28% |
| 2020 | $1,057 -0.9% | 1.26% |
| 2019 | $1,067 | 1.28% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,935
per year
Monthly Tax
$103
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
McDowell County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.52%
Chowan County
Tax: $1,403/yr Rate: 0.69%
Halifax County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 1.13%
Davie County
Tax: $1,570/yr Rate: 0.67%
Carteret County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 0.45%
Pender County
Tax: $1,858/yr Rate: 0.70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Northampton County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Northampton County is $1,232 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $102,200.
How does Northampton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Northampton County are 36% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.21% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Northampton County? ▼
In Northampton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,396 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,066. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Northampton County? ▼
Property taxes in Northampton County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $47,935. 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.