Wilson County, North Carolina Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Carolina. Population: 19,417.
The median annual property tax in Wilson County is $1,428, which is 0% higher than the North Carolina state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $171,800. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,428
+0% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$171,800
-20% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
+19% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,677
$140/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,166
$97/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 | $1,428 +1.1% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $1,413 +7.8% | 0.92% |
| 2021 | $1,311 +0.6% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $1,303 -2.8% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $1,340 | 1.08% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,381
per year
Monthly Tax
$119
per month
Other Counties in North Carolina
Northampton County
Tax: $1,232/yr Rate: 1.21%
Mecklenburg County
Tax: $2,780/yr Rate: 0.75%
Clay County
Tax: $1,188/yr Rate: 0.45%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,057/yr Rate: 0.70%
Rowan County
Tax: $1,411/yr Rate: 0.65%
Hoke County
Tax: $1,357/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wilson County, North Carolina? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wilson County is $1,428 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $171,800.
How does Wilson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wilson County are 26% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.83% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wilson County? ▼
In Wilson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,677 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,166. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wilson County? ▼
Property taxes in Wilson County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $51,381. 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.