Bertie County Property Taxes

Bertie County, North Carolina

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

46.7% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$64/mo escrow

#74 of 100 counties in North Carolina

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.80%

vs. North Carolina Avg46.7% below
vs. National Avg71.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$95,800

State avg $214,164

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$983

$82/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$532

$44/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#74

of 100 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Bertie County, North Carolina

Bertie County taxes above national average

Bertie County's effective tax rate of 0.797% exceeds the national median of roughly 0.9% and the state average of 0.701%. However, because median homes are valued at just $95,800—the state's second-lowest—the median annual tax is only $764, well below national norms.

Above-average rate on low-value property

Bertie County ranks in the upper third of North Carolina counties by tax rate at 0.797%, exceeding the state average of 0.701%. Yet the median home value of $95,800 is among the lowest in the state, keeping the median tax bill to $764—below the state median of $1,433.

Highest rate in the northeastern region

Bertie's 0.797% rate significantly exceeds neighboring Edgecombe, Martin, and Halifax counties, all of which fall between 0.65% and 0.74%. This difference reflects Bertie's fiscal structure and its smaller property tax base.

Rural property, modest but steep rate

The median home in Bertie County is valued at just $95,800, but the elevated 0.797% tax rate produces an annual bill of approximately $764 without mortgage deduction. With mortgage interest included, homeowners typically pay around $983 per year.

High rates make accuracy checks essential

When tax rates are above average, even modest overassessments can compound into significant overbilling over time. Bertie homeowners should carefully review their assessment, compare recent property sales, and challenge any valuation that exceeds local market conditions.

How Bertie County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Bertie County$764
North Carolina State Average$1,433
National Average$1,924

Bertie County

0.80%

Effective rate

North Carolina Avg

0.67%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Bertie County, North Carolina?
The effective property tax rate in Bertie County, North Carolina is 0.80%. 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 Bertie County?
The median annual property tax payment in Bertie County is $764. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $983, while those without a mortgage pay $532.
How does Bertie County compare to the North Carolina average?
Bertie County's effective tax rate of 0.80% is higher than the North Carolina state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in Bertie County is $764, compared to the state average of $1,433.
What is the median home value in Bertie County, North Carolina?
The median home value in Bertie County, North Carolina is $95,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Bertie County property tax rate higher than the North Carolina average?
Bertie County's effective property tax rate of 0.80% is higher than the North Carolina average of 0.67%. This difference of 0.13% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Bertie County rank for property taxes in North Carolina?
Bertie County ranks #74 out of 100 counties in North Carolina by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.80% and median annual tax of $764, it falls in the upper third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

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.