Johnston County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 63,448.
The median annual property tax in Johnston County is $1,840, which is 28% higher than the North Carolina state average and 4% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $267,600. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,840
+28% vs State
-4% vs US
Median Home Value
$267,600
+25% vs State
+26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
-1% vs State
-27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,990
$166/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,416
$118/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 | $1,840 +4.9% | 0.69% |
| 2022 | $1,754 +10.0% | 0.73% |
| 2021 | $1,595 +6.4% | 0.79% |
| 2020 | $1,499 +6.8% | 0.83% |
| 2019 | $1,404 | 0.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,838
per year
Monthly Tax
$153
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Randolph County
Tax: $1,236/yr Rate: 0.72%
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,660/yr Rate: 0.59%
Tyrrell County
Tax: $1,233/yr Rate: 0.89%
Gaston County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 0.80%
Northampton County
Tax: $1,232/yr Rate: 1.21%
Halifax County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Johnston County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Johnston County is $1,840 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $267,600.
How does Johnston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Johnston County are 4% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Johnston County? ▼
In Johnston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,990 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,416. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Johnston County? ▼
Property taxes in Johnston County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $79,838. 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.