Brunswick County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 54,023.
The median annual property tax in Brunswick County is $1,789, which is 25% higher than the North Carolina state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $314,700. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,789
+25% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$314,700
+47% vs State
+49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
-19% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,828
$152/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,712
$143/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 | $1,789 +7.8% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $1,659 +12.2% | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $1,478 +7.9% | 0.62% |
| 2020 | $1,370 +3.2% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $1,327 | 0.63% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,034
per year
Monthly Tax
$149
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Rockingham County
Tax: $1,230/yr Rate: 0.79%
Pamlico County
Tax: $1,257/yr Rate: 0.60%
Scotland County
Tax: $999/yr Rate: 0.91%
Washington County
Tax: $1,202/yr Rate: 1.12%
Lee County
Tax: $1,707/yr Rate: 0.80%
Iredell County
Tax: $1,843/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Brunswick County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Brunswick County is $1,789 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $314,700.
How does Brunswick County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Brunswick County are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Brunswick County? ▼
In Brunswick County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,828 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,712. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Brunswick County? ▼
Property taxes in Brunswick County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $74,034. 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.