Hertford County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 5,529.
The median annual property tax in Hertford County is $1,083, which is 24% lower than the North Carolina state average and 44% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $111,100. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,083
-24% vs State
-44% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,100
-48% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
+39% vs State
+2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,303
$109/mo
Without Mortgage
$897
$75/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 | $1,083 +2.9% | 0.97% |
| 2022 | $1,052 +8.7% | 1.02% |
| 2021 | $968 +3.1% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $939 +4.2% | 1.05% |
| 2019 | $901 | 1.02% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,472
per year
Monthly Tax
$90
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Wayne County
Tax: $1,210/yr Rate: 0.74%
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,660/yr Rate: 0.59%
Lenoir County
Tax: $985/yr Rate: 0.88%
Durham County
Tax: $2,951/yr Rate: 0.84%
Mecklenburg County
Tax: $2,780/yr Rate: 0.75%
Gaston County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hertford County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hertford County is $1,083 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $111,100.
How does Hertford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hertford County are 44% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.97% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hertford County? ▼
In Hertford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,303 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $897. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hertford County? ▼
Property taxes in Hertford County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $47,472. 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.