Rockingham County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 28,230.
The median annual property tax in Rockingham County is $1,230, which is 14% lower than the North Carolina state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $156,000. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,230
-14% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$156,000
-27% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.79%
+13% vs State
-17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,358
$113/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,071
$89/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 | $1,230 +3.1% | 0.79% |
| 2022 | $1,193 +6.2% | 0.83% |
| 2021 | $1,123 +1.5% | 0.93% |
| 2020 | $1,106 +1.8% | 0.96% |
| 2019 | $1,086 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,796
per year
Monthly Tax
$103
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Moore County
Tax: $1,784/yr Rate: 0.57%
Rowan County
Tax: $1,411/yr Rate: 0.65%
Clay County
Tax: $1,188/yr Rate: 0.45%
Catawba County
Tax: $1,319/yr Rate: 0.60%
Mecklenburg County
Tax: $2,780/yr Rate: 0.75%
Ashe County
Tax: $1,136/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rockingham County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rockingham County is $1,230 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $156,000.
How does Rockingham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rockingham County are 36% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.79% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rockingham County? ▼
In Rockingham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,358 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,071. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rockingham County? ▼
Property taxes in Rockingham County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $55,796. 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.