Forsyth County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 97,629.
The median annual property tax in Forsyth County is $1,934, which is 35% higher than the North Carolina state average and 1% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $227,800. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,934
+35% vs State
+1% vs US
Median Home Value
$227,800
+6% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.85%
+21% vs State
-11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,988
$166/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,821
$152/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 | $1,934 +5.1% | 0.85% |
| 2022 | $1,841 +9.2% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,686 +5.9% | 0.98% |
| 2020 | $1,592 +2.4% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $1,554 | 0.98% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,541
per year
Monthly Tax
$161
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
New Hanover County
Tax: $2,075/yr Rate: 0.59%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,732/yr Rate: 0.72%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,210/yr Rate: 0.74%
Craven County
Tax: $1,372/yr Rate: 0.67%
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,660/yr Rate: 0.59%
Iredell County
Tax: $1,843/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Forsyth County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Forsyth County is $1,934 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $227,800.
How does Forsyth County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Forsyth County are 1% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.85% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Forsyth County? ▼
In Forsyth County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,988 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,821. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Forsyth County? ▼
Property taxes in Forsyth County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $65,541. 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.