Catawba County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 47,414.
The median annual property tax in Catawba County is $1,319, which is 8% lower than the North Carolina state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $218,100. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,319
-8% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$218,100
+2% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-14% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,382
$115/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,187
$99/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 | $1,319 +3.3% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $1,277 +11.2% | 0.66% |
| 2021 | $1,148 +3.8% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $1,106 +5.2% | 0.71% |
| 2019 | $1,051 | 0.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,544
per year
Monthly Tax
$110
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Clay County
Tax: $1,188/yr Rate: 0.45%
Wilkes County
Tax: $1,003/yr Rate: 0.62%
Randolph County
Tax: $1,236/yr Rate: 0.72%
Wilson County
Tax: $1,428/yr Rate: 0.83%
Martin County
Tax: $1,176/yr Rate: 1.07%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,210/yr Rate: 0.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Catawba County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Catawba County is $1,319 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $218,100.
How does Catawba County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Catawba County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Catawba County? ▼
In Catawba County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,382 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,187. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Catawba County? ▼
Property taxes in Catawba County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $64,544. 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.