Onslow County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 44,208.
The median annual property tax in Onslow County is $1,431, which is 0% higher than the North Carolina state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $219,500. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,431
+0% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$219,500
+2% vs State
+4% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.65%
-7% vs State
-32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,451
$121/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,358
$113/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 | $1,431 +7.5% | 0.65% |
| 2022 | $1,331 +6.2% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $1,253 +4.2% | 0.74% |
| 2020 | $1,203 +0.6% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $1,196 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,568
per year
Monthly Tax
$119
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Swain County
Tax: $844/yr Rate: 0.40%
Davie County
Tax: $1,570/yr Rate: 0.67%
Perquimans County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 0.62%
Carteret County
Tax: $1,369/yr Rate: 0.45%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,667/yr Rate: 0.52%
Catawba County
Tax: $1,319/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Onslow County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Onslow County is $1,431 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $219,500.
How does Onslow County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Onslow County are 26% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.65% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Onslow County? ▼
In Onslow County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,451 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,358. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Onslow County? ▼
Property taxes in Onslow County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $64,568. 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.