Lenoir County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 13,588.
The median annual property tax in Lenoir County is $985, which is 31% lower than the North Carolina state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $111,400. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$985
-31% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,400
-48% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
+26% vs State
-7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,179
$98/mo
Without Mortgage
$826
$69/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 | $985 +0.9% | 0.88% |
| 2022 | $976 +4.3% | 0.96% |
| 2021 | $936 -3.1% | 1.02% |
| 2020 | $966 -5.8% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $1,026 | 1.07% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$44,795
per year
Monthly Tax
$82
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Martin County
Tax: $1,176/yr Rate: 1.07%
Lee County
Tax: $1,707/yr Rate: 0.80%
Bertie County
Tax: $764/yr Rate: 0.80%
Yadkin County
Tax: $1,210/yr Rate: 0.69%
Haywood County
Tax: $1,532/yr Rate: 0.60%
Alleghany County
Tax: $1,202/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lenoir County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lenoir County is $985 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $111,400.
How does Lenoir County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lenoir County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.88% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lenoir County? ▼
In Lenoir County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,179 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $826. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lenoir County? ▼
Property taxes in Lenoir County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $44,795. 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.