Bertie County, NC Property Tax: $764/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Bertie County is 0.80% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $95,800, that works out to about $766 per year, or $64 per month. Bertie County is located in eastern North Carolina, with Windsor as its county seat, and is home to approximately 17,482 residents.
About Bertie County
Bertie County covers approximately 699.2 square miles in North Carolina. The county is home to about 17,482 residents living in roughly 8,988 housing units, of which 58.2% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $45,931, and the median home was built in 1980.
The county seat is Windsor. Bertie County borders Chowan County, Halifax County, Hertford County, Martin County, Northampton County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in North Carolina
Property taxes in North Carolina are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in North Carolina offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Bertie County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Bertie County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bertie County, NC | 0.80% | $95,800 | $766 |
| North Carolina state average | 0.70% | — | $671* |
| Chowan County | 0.69% | $204,400 | $1,403 |
| Halifax County | 1.13% | $102,500 | $1,163 |
| Hertford County | 0.97% | $111,100 | $1,083 |
| Martin County | 1.07% | $109,900 | $1,176 |
| Northampton County | 1.21% | $102,200 | $1,232 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Bertie County's median home value of $95,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Bertie County's property tax rate compare to the rest of North Carolina?
At 0.80%, Bertie County is higher than the North Carolina state average of 0.70%. On a home at the county median of $95,800, that means about $766 per year — versus $671 at the state average rate, a difference of $95 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Bertie County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Bertie County?
For a home at the county median value of $95,800, the annual property tax in Bertie County is approximately $766 — or about $64 per month. For a home worth $143,700, expect around $1,150 per year. For a $191,600 home, approximately $1,533 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Bertie County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Bertie County are handled by the Bertie County Assessor's office in Windsor. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Bertie County?
North Carolina counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.80% shown here. Contact the Bertie County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File