Wilkes County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 19,941.
The median annual property tax in Wilkes County is $1,003, which is 30% lower than the North Carolina state average and 48% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $161,400. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,003
-30% vs State
-48% vs US
Median Home Value
$161,400
-25% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
-11% vs State
-35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,137
$95/mo
Without Mortgage
$901
$75/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 | $1,003 -0.2% | 0.62% |
| 2022 | $1,005 +7.9% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $931 +1.2% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $920 +1.1% | 0.71% |
| 2019 | $910 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,438
per year
Monthly Tax
$84
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Perquimans County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.62%
Bladen County
Tax: $1,137/yr Rate: 0.90%
Edgecombe County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 1.10%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,236/yr Rate: 0.72%
Duplin County
Tax: $912/yr Rate: 0.74%
Hyde County
Tax: $753/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wilkes County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wilkes County is $1,003 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $161,400.
How does Wilkes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wilkes County are 48% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wilkes County? ▼
In Wilkes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,137 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $901. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wilkes County? ▼
Property taxes in Wilkes County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $50,438. 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.