Rowan County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 41,152.
The median annual property tax in Rowan County is $1,411, which is 2% lower than the North Carolina state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $216,100. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,411
-2% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$216,100
+1% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.65%
-7% vs State
-32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,555
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,223
$102/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 | $1,411 +6.0% | 0.65% |
| 2022 | $1,331 +7.1% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $1,243 +5.1% | 0.80% |
| 2020 | $1,183 +3.7% | 0.81% |
| 2019 | $1,141 | 0.84% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,196
per year
Monthly Tax
$118
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Richmond County
Tax: $1,122/yr Rate: 0.93%
Moore County
Tax: $1,784/yr Rate: 0.57%
McDowell County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.52%
Tyrrell County
Tax: $1,233/yr Rate: 0.89%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,210/yr Rate: 0.74%
Orange County
Tax: $4,105/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rowan County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rowan County is $1,411 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $216,100.
How does Rowan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rowan County are 27% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.65% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rowan County? ▼
In Rowan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,555 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,223. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rowan County? ▼
Property taxes in Rowan County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $63,196. 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.