Greene County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 4,462.
The median annual property tax in Greene County is $990, which is 31% lower than the North Carolina state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.87% on a median home value of $114,000. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$990
-31% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$114,000
-47% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.87%
+24% vs State
-8% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,021
$85/mo
Without Mortgage
$970
$81/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 | $990 +2.9% | 0.87% |
| 2022 | $962 +10.4% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $871 +3.0% | 0.97% |
| 2020 | $846 -4.3% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $884 | 1.00% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,904
per year
Monthly Tax
$83
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Northampton County
Tax: $1,232/yr Rate: 1.21%
Guilford County
Tax: $2,075/yr Rate: 0.88%
Bladen County
Tax: $1,137/yr Rate: 0.90%
Rutherford County
Tax: $1,053/yr Rate: 0.58%
Pasquotank County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.69%
Surry County
Tax: $1,033/yr Rate: 0.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Greene County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Greene County is $990 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.87% on a median home value of $114,000.
How does Greene County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Greene County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.87% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Greene County? ▼
In Greene County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,021 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $970. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Greene County? ▼
Property taxes in Greene County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $50,904. 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.