What is the property tax rate in Durham, NC?

Durham has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.88%. On a median home valued at $355,300, homeowners pay approximately $3,115 per year in property taxes.

How does Durham compare to Durham County?

Durham's effective rate of 0.88% is 11% higher than the Durham County average of 0.79%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,092, while Durham homeowners pay an estimated $3,115.

How much are property taxes in Durham on a $300,000 home?

Based on Durham's effective rate of 0.88%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,640 per year, or about $220 per month.

Durham Property Tax Rate

Durham County, North Carolina

0.88%effective rate

Durham is located in Durham County, North Carolina. Homeowners in Durham pay a median of $3,115 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $355,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.88%. This is 11% higher than the Durham County average of 0.79%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.88%

vs 0.79% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,115

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$355,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

288,465

Durham, NC

How Durham Compares

Durham

0.88%

Durham County Average

0.79%

North Carolina Average

0.66%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Durham

Property taxes in Durham are collected by Durham County. Tax exemptions available to Durham County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Durham. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Durham County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,640

$220/month · Rate: 0.88%

Durham County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.