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Durham County, North Carolina Property Taxes (2026)

Durham County homeowners pay a median property tax of $2,951/year on a median home value of $351,700 — an effective rate of 0.84%, which is below the national median of 1.02%. Durham County has a population of approximately 329,405.

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Effective Tax Rate

0.84%

Lower than the North Carolina median of 1.00%

Median Home Value

$351,700

Annual Tax Bill

$2,951

~$246/month

Est. Annual Savings

$443

If reduced by 15%

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Average Annual Savings

$443

Estimated savings for Durham County homeowners

Property Tax Rates: Durham County vs. North Carolina vs. National

Durham County0.84%
North Carolina Median1.00%
National Median1.02%

Key stat: The effective property tax rate in Durham County, North Carolina is 0.84%, compared to the North Carolina median of 1.00% and the national median of 1.02%. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates)

How Durham County Compares Across North Carolina

See where Durham County's tax metrics fall relative to all 100 North Carolina counties.

Tax Rate Distribution

Percentile distribution across all North Carolina counties

10th

0.00%

25th

1.00%

Median

1.00%

75th

1.00%

90th

1.00%

Home Value Distribution

Percentile distribution across all North Carolina counties

10th

$116,520

25th

$155,950

Median

$205,300

75th

$257,000

90th

$337,610

Tax Bill Distribution

Percentile distribution across all North Carolina counties

10th

$978

25th

$1,105

Median

$1,275

75th

$1,652

90th

$2,075

Durham County County Tax Assessor Information

Durham County County Tax Assessor

Assessing Authority

Durham County Tax Assessor

Appeal Deadline

Varies by county

North Carolina appeal filing deadline

State

North Carolina

How to appeal

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How to Appeal Your Property Taxes in Durham County

If you own property in Durham County, you have the legal right to appeal your assessed value. Here is the step-by-step process:

1

Review your assessment notice

Check the assessed value from the Durham County Tax Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes in your area.

2

File your appeal before the deadline

The North Carolina deadline is Varies by county. Missing this deadline means waiting until the next assessment year.

3

Gather supporting evidence

Compile recent comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, independent appraisals, or any factors that reduce your home's value.

4

Present your case

Attend a hearing or submit your evidence to the County Tax Assessor. Present clear data showing your assessed value is too high.

5

Receive your decision

If successful, your assessed value and tax bill will be reduced. With a median bill of $2,951, even a 10-15% reduction means $295-$443 in annual savings.

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Property Tax Exemptions in North Carolina

North Carolina homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce their taxable value. Common exemptions include:

Homestead Exemption

Available to primary residence owners. Reduces the assessed value used to calculate your tax bill.

Senior/Over-65 Exemption

Additional exemption for homeowners age 65+. May include a tax ceiling that freezes your bill.

Disability Exemption

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities. Similar benefits to the over-65 exemption.

Veteran Exemption

Disabled veterans may receive partial or full exemptions depending on disability rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Durham County, North Carolina?
The median effective property tax rate in Durham County, North Carolina is 0.84%. On a home valued at $351,700, the median annual property tax bill is $2,951. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2026.
How much are property taxes in Durham County?
The median annual property tax bill in Durham County is $2,951, which works out to approximately $246/month. This is based on the median home value of $351,700 and an effective tax rate of 0.84%.
How do I appeal my property taxes in Durham County?
To appeal your property taxes in Durham County, North Carolina, you need to file with the Durham County Tax Assessor before the deadline of Varies by county. You'll need evidence that your assessed value exceeds your property's market value, such as recent comparable sales. TaxDrop can handle this entire process for you — you pay nothing unless we save you $500 or more.
Is Durham County a high property tax area?
Durham County's effective tax rate of 0.84% is below the national median of 1.02%. It's below the North Carolina median of 1.00%.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in North Carolina?
The deadline to appeal property taxes in North Carolina is Varies by county. It's important to file before this deadline — missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle. TaxDrop monitors deadlines and files on your behalf to ensure you never miss the window.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Durham County property taxes?
Yes. TaxDrop helps homeowners in Durham County, North Carolina appeal their property tax assessments. We analyze your property, compare it against local comparable sales, and handle the entire appeal process. Our fee is 25% of your savings — and if we don't save you at least $500, you pay nothing.

Nearby Counties

Dare County

Rate: 0.53%

Tax bill: $2,245

Davidson County

Rate: 0.63%

Tax bill: $1,262

Davie County

Rate: 0.67%

Tax bill: $1,570

Duplin County

Rate: 0.74%

Tax bill: $912

Edgecombe County

Rate: 1.10%

Tax bill: $1,282

Forsyth County

Rate: 0.85%

Tax bill: $1,934

Franklin County

Rate: 0.72%

Tax bill: $1,732

Gaston County

Rate: 0.80%

Tax bill: $1,872

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