Charlotte is in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina's most populous county. Compare property tax rates, calculate your bill, and see how Charlotte compares to North Carolina and U.S. averages.
Effective Rate
0.75%
Median Home Value
$371,200
Median Tax Bill
$2,780
Tax on $400K Home
$2,996
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Charlotte, North Carolina has an effective property tax rate of 0.75%. This is calculated as median property taxes paid divided by median home value in Mecklenburg County, based on U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 data.
Charlotte's effective rate of 0.75% compares to North Carolina's state average of 0.72%. This is higher than the state average.
The median home value in Mecklenburg County (which includes Charlotte) is $371,200, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
Property tax due dates vary by North Carolina county. Mecklenburg County typically follows North Carolina state guidelines. Check with the county tax collector for exact deadlines.
Property tax in Charlotte is calculated by multiplying your home's assessed value by the local effective tax rate (currently 0.75%). Exemptions like homestead, senior, or veteran exemptions may reduce your taxable value.