What is the property tax rate in Cornelius, NC?

Cornelius has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.69%. On a median home valued at $512,400, homeowners pay approximately $3,515 per year in property taxes.

How does Cornelius compare to Mecklenburg County?

Cornelius's effective rate of 0.69% is 3% lower than the Mecklenburg County average of 0.71%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,890, while Cornelius homeowners pay an estimated $3,515.

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

Based on Cornelius's effective rate of 0.69%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,070 per year, or about $173 per month.

Cornelius Property Tax Rate

Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

0.69%effective rate

Cornelius is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Homeowners in Cornelius pay a median of $3,515 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $512,400, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.69%. This is 3% lower than the Mecklenburg County average of 0.71%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.69%

vs 0.71% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,515

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$512,400

2024 estimate

Population📍

32,009

Cornelius, NC

How Cornelius Compares

Cornelius

0.69%

Mecklenburg County Average

0.71%

North Carolina Average

0.66%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Mecklenburg County

Compare property tax rates for 5 cities in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Charlotte	886,283	$2,701	0.77%
Mint Hill	26,954	$2,785	0.72%
Huntersville	62,458	$3,061	0.70%
Matthews	29,959	$2,853	0.70%
Cornelius	32,009	$3,515	0.69%

About Property Taxes in Cornelius

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,070

$172/month · Rate: 0.69%

Mecklenburg 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.