Polk County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 6,689.
The median annual property tax in Polk County is $1,627, which is 14% higher than the North Carolina state average and 15% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $281,100. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,627
+14% vs State
-15% vs US
Median Home Value
$281,100
+31% vs State
+33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
-17% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,677
$140/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,567
$131/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 | $1,627 +9.3% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $1,489 +8.1% | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $1,378 +5.0% | 0.60% |
| 2020 | $1,313 -3.2% | 0.59% |
| 2019 | $1,357 | 0.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,005
per year
Monthly Tax
$136
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Burke County
Tax: $1,191/yr Rate: 0.70%
Ashe County
Tax: $1,136/yr Rate: 0.51%
Guilford County
Tax: $2,075/yr Rate: 0.88%
Davie County
Tax: $1,570/yr Rate: 0.67%
Wake County
Tax: $3,023/yr Rate: 0.71%
Gaston County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Polk County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Polk County is $1,627 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $281,100.
How does Polk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Polk County are 15% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Polk County? ▼
In Polk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,677 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,567. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Polk County? ▼
Property taxes in Polk County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $61,005. 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.