Jones County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 2,961.
The median annual property tax in Jones County is $926, which is 35% lower than the North Carolina state average and 52% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $122,600. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$926
-35% vs State
-52% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,600
-43% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.76%
+9% vs State
-20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,109
$92/mo
Without Mortgage
$751
$63/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 | $926 +0.8% | 0.76% |
| 2022 | $919 +10.9% | 0.80% |
| 2021 | $829 +8.4% | 0.79% |
| 2020 | $765 -0.1% | 0.83% |
| 2019 | $766 | 0.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,659
per year
Monthly Tax
$77
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Catawba County
Tax: $1,319/yr Rate: 0.60%
Polk County
Tax: $1,627/yr Rate: 0.58%
Yadkin County
Tax: $1,210/yr Rate: 0.69%
Edgecombe County
Tax: $1,282/yr Rate: 1.10%
Brunswick County
Tax: $1,789/yr Rate: 0.57%
Watauga County
Tax: $1,334/yr Rate: 0.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jones County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jones County is $926 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $122,600.
How does Jones County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jones County are 52% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.76% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jones County? ▼
In Jones County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,109 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $751. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jones County? ▼
Property taxes in Jones County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $55,659. 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.