Sampson County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 15,519.
The median annual property tax in Sampson County is $1,051, which is 27% lower than the North Carolina state average and 45% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $128,400. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,051
-27% vs State
-45% vs US
Median Home Value
$128,400
-40% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
+17% vs State
-14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,314
$110/mo
Without Mortgage
$887
$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 | $1,051 +6.9% | 0.82% |
| 2022 | $983 +7.7% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $913 +4.9% | 0.89% |
| 2020 | $870 +1.9% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $854 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,159
per year
Monthly Tax
$88
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
McDowell County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.52%
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,660/yr Rate: 0.59%
Chowan County
Tax: $1,403/yr Rate: 0.69%
Cumberland County
Tax: $1,823/yr Rate: 0.99%
Jones County
Tax: $926/yr Rate: 0.76%
Avery County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 0.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sampson County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sampson County is $1,051 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $128,400.
How does Sampson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sampson County are 45% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.82% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sampson County? ▼
In Sampson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,314 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $887. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sampson County? ▼
Property taxes in Sampson County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $53,159. 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.