Durham County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 76,206.
The median annual property tax in Durham County is $2,951, which is 106% higher than the North Carolina state average and 53% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $351,700. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,951
+106% vs State
+53% vs US
Median Home Value
$351,700
+64% vs State
+66% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+20% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,939
$245/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,992
$249/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 | $2,951 +2.1% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $2,891 +7.2% | 0.93% |
| 2021 | $2,696 +4.7% | 1.03% |
| 2020 | $2,575 +1.9% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $2,526 | 1.13% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,501
per year
Monthly Tax
$246
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Guilford County
Tax: $2,075/yr Rate: 0.88%
Wake County
Tax: $3,023/yr Rate: 0.71%
Tyrrell County
Tax: $1,233/yr Rate: 0.89%
Orange County
Tax: $4,105/yr Rate: 0.96%
Yancey County
Tax: $1,058/yr Rate: 0.48%
Catawba County
Tax: $1,319/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Durham County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Durham County is $2,951 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $351,700.
How does Durham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Durham County are 53% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Durham County? ▼
In Durham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,939 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,992. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Durham County? ▼
Property taxes in Durham County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $79,501. 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.