Davie County, NC Property Tax: $1,570/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Davie County is 0.67% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $235,300, that works out to about $1,577 per year, or $131 per month. Davie County is located in central North Carolina, and is home to approximately 43,526 residents.
About Davie County
Davie County covers approximately 263.7 square miles in North Carolina. The county is home to about 43,526 residents living in roughly 19,079 housing units, of which 73.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $73,234, and the median home was built in 1990.
Davie County borders Davidson County, Forsyth County, Iredell County, Rowan County, Yadkin 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 Davie County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Davie County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davie County, NC | 0.67% | $235,300 | $1,577 |
| North Carolina state average | 0.70% | — | $1,647* |
| Davidson County | 0.63% | $200,100 | $1,262 |
| Forsyth County | 0.85% | $227,800 | $1,934 |
| Iredell County | 0.63% | $292,300 | $1,843 |
| Rowan County | 0.65% | $216,100 | $1,411 |
| Yadkin County | 0.69% | $176,400 | $1,210 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Davie County's median home value of $235,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Davie County's property tax rate compare to the rest of North Carolina?
At 0.67%, Davie County is lower than the North Carolina state average of 0.70%. On a home at the county median of $235,300, that means about $1,577 per year — versus $1,647 at the state average rate, a difference of $70 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Davie County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Davie County?
For a home at the county median value of $235,300, the annual property tax in Davie County is approximately $1,577 — or about $131 per month. For a home worth $352,950, expect around $2,365 per year. For a $470,600 home, approximately $3,153 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Davie County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Davie County are handled by the Davie County Assessor's office. 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 Davie 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 0.67% shown here. Contact the Davie 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