Macon County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 13,811.
The median annual property tax in Macon County is $979, which is 32% lower than the North Carolina state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $229,000. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$979
-32% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$229,000
+7% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.43%
-39% vs State
-55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,049
$87/mo
Without Mortgage
$922
$77/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 | $979 +5.0% | 0.43% |
| 2022 | $932 +11.0% | 0.44% |
| 2021 | $840 +2.9% | 0.47% |
| 2020 | $816 +5.3% | 0.48% |
| 2019 | $775 | 0.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,298
per year
Monthly Tax
$82
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Jones County
Tax: $926/yr Rate: 0.76%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,210/yr Rate: 0.74%
Alleghany County
Tax: $1,202/yr Rate: 0.60%
Cabarrus County
Tax: $2,429/yr Rate: 0.76%
Northampton County
Tax: $1,232/yr Rate: 1.21%
Vance County
Tax: $1,179/yr Rate: 0.81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Macon County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Macon County is $979 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $229,000.
How does Macon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Macon County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Macon County? ▼
In Macon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,049 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $922. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Macon County? ▼
Property taxes in Macon County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $53,298. 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.