Pamlico County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 4,356.
The median annual property tax in Pamlico County is $1,257, which is 12% lower than the North Carolina state average and 35% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $209,800. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,257
-12% vs State
-35% vs US
Median Home Value
$209,800
-2% vs State
-1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-14% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,389
$116/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,149
$96/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 | $1,257 +4.1% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $1,207 +11.9% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $1,079 +1.7% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $1,061 +3.5% | 0.66% |
| 2019 | $1,025 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,624
per year
Monthly Tax
$105
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Graham County
Tax: $842/yr Rate: 0.54%
Gaston County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 0.80%
Scotland County
Tax: $999/yr Rate: 0.91%
Lee County
Tax: $1,707/yr Rate: 0.80%
Durham County
Tax: $2,951/yr Rate: 0.84%
Iredell County
Tax: $1,843/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pamlico County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pamlico County is $1,257 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $209,800.
How does Pamlico County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pamlico County are 35% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pamlico County? ▼
In Pamlico County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,389 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,149. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pamlico County? ▼
Property taxes in Pamlico County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $61,624. 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.