Alexander County

Alexander County, North Carolina

Effective Tax Rate

0.63%

Median Annual Tax

$1,199

How Alexander County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Alexander County$1,199

North Carolina State Average$1,433

National Average$1,924

Alexander County

0.63%

Effective rate

North Carolina Avg

0.67%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,269

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,120

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$1,199

Monthly Escrow

$100

Effective Rate

0.63%

vs. North Carolina State Average▼ 16.3% below

vs. National Average▼ 55.4% below

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Alexander County, North Carolina?

The effective property tax rate in Alexander County, North Carolina is 0.63%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.

How much are property taxes in Alexander County?

The median annual property tax payment in Alexander County is $1,199. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,269, while those without a mortgage pay $1,120.

How does Alexander County compare to the North Carolina average?

Alexander County's effective tax rate of 0.63% is lower than the North Carolina state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in Alexander County is $1,199, compared to the state average of $1,433.

What is the median home value in Alexander County, North Carolina?

The median home value in Alexander County, North Carolina is $190,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

How are property taxes calculated in North Carolina?

Property taxes in North Carolina are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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