What is the property tax rate in Chapel Hill, NC?

Chapel Hill has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.22%. On a median home valued at $576,500, homeowners pay approximately $7,034 per year in property taxes.

How does Chapel Hill compare to Orange County?

Chapel Hill's effective rate of 1.22% is 34% higher than the Orange County average of 0.91%. The county-wide median annual tax is $4,162, while Chapel Hill homeowners pay an estimated $7,034.

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

Based on Chapel Hill's effective rate of 1.22%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $3,660 per year, or about $305 per month.

Chapel Hill Property Tax Rate

Orange County, North Carolina

1.22%effective rate

Chapel Hill is located in Orange County, North Carolina. Homeowners in Chapel Hill pay a median of $7,034 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $576,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.22%. This is 34% higher than the Orange County average of 0.91%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.22%

vs 0.91% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$7,034

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$576,500

2024 estimate

Population📍

59,889

Chapel Hill, NC

How Chapel Hill Compares

Chapel Hill

1.22%

Orange County Average

0.91%

North Carolina Average

0.66%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Chapel Hill

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,660

$305/month · Rate: 1.22%

Orange 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.