Rutherford County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 19,699.
The median annual property tax in Rutherford County is $1,053, which is 27% lower than the North Carolina state average and 45% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $180,800. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,053
-27% vs State
-45% vs US
Median Home Value
$180,800
-16% vs State
-15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
-17% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,162
$97/mo
Without Mortgage
$941
$78/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 | $1,053 +8.6% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $970 +8.1% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $897 +4.1% | 0.67% |
| 2020 | $862 +1.4% | 0.69% |
| 2019 | $850 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,771
per year
Monthly Tax
$88
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Madison County
Tax: $1,307/yr Rate: 0.50%
Currituck County
Tax: $1,600/yr Rate: 0.46%
Greene County
Tax: $990/yr Rate: 0.87%
Hertford County
Tax: $1,083/yr Rate: 0.97%
Beaufort County
Tax: $1,277/yr Rate: 0.70%
Union County
Tax: $2,298/yr Rate: 0.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rutherford County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rutherford County is $1,053 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $180,800.
How does Rutherford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rutherford County are 45% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rutherford County? ▼
In Rutherford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,162 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $941. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rutherford County? ▼
Property taxes in Rutherford County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $49,771. 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.