Property Taxes in Raleigh, North Carolina
Median Raleigh, North Carolina effective property tax rate: 1.15%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the North Carolina state median of 0.81%.
Median Raleigh, North Carolina home value: $234,497
Median annual Raleigh, North Carolina tax bill: $2,632, $232 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Durham calculated?
Property taxes in Raleigh, North Carolina are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Raleigh's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Raleigh, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Raleigh Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Raleigh property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Raleigh's median effective tax rate of 1.15% — based on actual property records in Durham County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Raleigh's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Raleigh: rates range from 2317.00 in 27613 to 2728.00 in 27617, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Raleigh.
About Raleigh Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Raleigh, Durham, North Carolina
Raleigh’s median effective property tax rate of 1.15% is lower than the North Carolina state median of 0.81% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Durham County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Raleigh. Homeowners in the 27617 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.15%, while those in 27613 pay 1.04%. This spread — 0.11 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Durham County. Understanding which part of Raleigh you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Raleigh homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the May 4, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Raleigh, Durham County, North Carolina
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Raleigh's effective property tax rate to other cities in North Carolina and the median property tax rates in North Carolina and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Raleigh Tax Rate
1.15%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Durham County Tax Rate
1.39%
Median Effective North Carolina Tax Rate
0.81%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Raleigh, Durham County, North Carolina
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27613 | 0.97% | 1.00% | 1.04% | 1.15% | 1.15% |
| 27617 | 1.15% | 1.15% | 1.15% | 1.15% | 1.15% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Raleigh, Durham County, North Carolina
When examining property taxes in Raleigh, North Carolina, understanding the distinction between market value and assessed value is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Durham County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices are sent in March each year and typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month. Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill.
For example, the median home price in Raleigh is $234,497, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 27617 has the highest median home price at $237,892, while ZIP code 27617 also has the highest median tax bill at $2,728. Raleigh’s median tax bill is $2,632, above the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Raleigh, Durham County, North Carolina
Source: Ownwell
$166,681
$254,270
$341,859
Median Raleigh Market Value
$234,497
Median Durham County Market Value
$223,296
Median North Carolina Market Value
$221,500
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Raleigh, Durham County, North Carolina
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27613 | $172,950 | $195,032 | $204,269 | $347,766 | $478,149 |
| 27617 | $222,815 | $224,687 | $237,892 | $420,290 | $481,711 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Raleigh, Durham County, North Carolina
Property tax bills in Raleigh are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. The assessed value reflects what the home is worth for tax purposes, and it is a key factor in determining how much a homeowner owes each year. For a home with a median value of $234,497, the tax bill can vary depending on the specific neighborhood and tax rate applied.
Homeowners in Raleigh typically see bills that differ across the city. The 25th percentile tax bill is $2,266, while the 75th percentile is $3,956. At the higher end, the 90th percentile reaches $5,221. ZIP code differences also matter, with the highest median tax bill at $2,728 in 27617 and the lowest at $2,317 in 27613.
These taxes can have a meaningful impact on household budgets, especially when assessed values rise.
Median Raleigh Tax Bill
$2,632
Median Durham County Tax Bill
$2,915
Median North Carolina Tax Bill
$1,813
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Raleigh, Durham County, North Carolina
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27613 | $1,681 | $2,226 | $2,317 | $3,476 | $4,711 |
| 27617 | $2,554 | $2,592 | $2,728 | $4,795 | $5,537 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 8 |
Links | |
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| Durham Tax Assessor | |
| Website | taxcama.dconc.gov |