Winston-Salem Property Tax Rate

Forsyth County, North Carolina

0.94%effective rate

Winston-Salem is located in Forsyth County, North Carolina. Homeowners in Winston-Salem pay a median of $1,964 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $208,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.94%. This is 19% higher than the Forsyth County average of 0.79%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.94%

vs 0.79% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,964

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$208,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

250,887

Winston-Salem, NC

How Winston-Salem Compares

Winston-Salem
0.94%
Forsyth County Average
0.79%
North Carolina Average
0.66%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Forsyth County

Compare property tax rates for 2 cities in Forsyth County, North Carolina.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Kernersville$2,6060.99%
Winston-Salem$1,9640.94%

About Property Taxes in Winston-Salem

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,820

$235/month · Rate: 0.94%

Forsyth County Property Taxes

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North Carolina 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.