Union County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 67,303.
The median annual property tax in Union County is $2,298, which is 60% higher than the North Carolina state average and 20% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $374,400. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,298
+60% vs State
+20% vs US
Median Home Value
$374,400
+75% vs State
+77% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
-13% vs State
-36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,402
$200/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,998
$167/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 | $2,298 +4.7% | 0.61% |
| 2022 | $2,195 +12.0% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $1,960 +2.8% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $1,907 -0.6% | 0.75% |
| 2019 | $1,918 | 0.79% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$99,243
per year
Monthly Tax
$192
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Scotland County
Tax: $999/yr Rate: 0.91%
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,045/yr Rate: 0.50%
Northampton County
Tax: $1,232/yr Rate: 1.21%
Avery County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 0.41%
Pamlico County
Tax: $1,257/yr Rate: 0.60%
Davidson County
Tax: $1,262/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Union County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Union County is $2,298 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $374,400.
How does Union County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Union County are 20% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Union County? ▼
In Union County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,402 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,998. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Union County? ▼
Property taxes in Union County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $99,243. 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.