Lincoln County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 27,998.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,660, which is 16% higher than the North Carolina state average and 14% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $279,500. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,660
+16% vs State
-14% vs US
Median Home Value
$279,500
+31% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.59%
-16% vs State
-38% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,798
$150/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,437
$120/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 | $1,660 +12.8% | 0.59% |
| 2022 | $1,472 +6.2% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $1,386 +3.3% | 0.68% |
| 2020 | $1,342 +1.6% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $1,321 | 0.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,490
per year
Monthly Tax
$138
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Rutherford County
Tax: $1,053/yr Rate: 0.58%
Tyrrell County
Tax: $1,233/yr Rate: 0.89%
Pitt County
Tax: $1,649/yr Rate: 0.85%
Robeson County
Tax: $799/yr Rate: 0.90%
Madison County
Tax: $1,307/yr Rate: 0.50%
Halifax County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,660 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $279,500.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 14% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.59% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,798 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,437. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $78,490. 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.