Wake Forest Property Tax Rate
Wake County, North Carolina
Wake Forest is located in Wake County, North Carolina. Homeowners in Wake Forest pay a median of $3,626 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $435,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.83%. This is 17% higher than the Wake County average of 0.71%.
0.83%
vs 0.71% county avg
$3,626
Per year
$435,000
2024 estimate
51,199
Wake Forest, NC
How Wake Forest Compares
Cities in Wake County
Compare property tax rates for 8 cities in Wake County, North Carolina.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest | $3,626 | 0.83% |
| Morrisville | $3,946 | 0.82% |
| Holly Springs | $3,853 | 0.79% |
| Garner | $2,506 | 0.78% |
| Raleigh | $2,862 | 0.76% |
| Cary | $3,922 | 0.75% |
| Apex | $3,750 | 0.73% |
| Fuquay-Varina | $2,866 | 0.70% |
About Property Taxes in Wake Forest
Property taxes in Wake Forest are collected by Wake County. Tax exemptions available to Wake County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Wake Forest. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Wake County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,490
$208/month · Rate: 0.83%
Wake County Property Taxes
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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.