What is the property tax rate in Rocky Mount, NC?

Rocky Mount has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.95%. On a median home valued at $148,300, homeowners pay approximately $1,413 per year in property taxes.

How does Rocky Mount compare to Nash County?

Rocky Mount's effective rate of 0.95% is 34% higher than the Nash County average of 0.71%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,362, while Rocky Mount homeowners pay an estimated $1,413.

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

Based on Rocky Mount's effective rate of 0.95%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,850 per year, or about $238 per month.

Rocky Mount Property Tax Rate

Nash County, North Carolina

0.95%effective rate

Rocky Mount is located in Nash County, North Carolina. Homeowners in Rocky Mount pay a median of $1,413 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $148,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.95%. This is 34% higher than the Nash County average of 0.71%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.95%

vs 0.71% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,413

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$148,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

54,175

Rocky Mount, NC

How Rocky Mount Compares

Rocky Mount

0.95%

Nash County Average

0.71%

North Carolina Average

0.66%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Rocky Mount

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,850

$238/month · Rate: 0.95%

Nash 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.