Greene County, NC Property Tax: $990/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Greene County is 0.87% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $114,000, that works out to about $992 per year, or $83 per month. Greene County is located in eastern North Carolina, and is home to approximately 20,421 residents.
About Greene County
Greene County covers approximately 266.7 square miles in North Carolina. The county is home to about 20,421 residents living in roughly 7,909 housing units, of which 56.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $50,904, and the median home was built in 1984.
Greene County borders Lenoir County, Pitt County, Wayne County, Wilson 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 Greene County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Greene County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greene County, NC | 0.87% | $114,000 | $992 |
| North Carolina state average | 0.70% | — | $798* |
| Lenoir County | 0.88% | $111,400 | $985 |
| Pitt County | 0.85% | $194,300 | $1,649 |
| Wayne County | 0.74% | $162,700 | $1,210 |
| Wilson County | 0.83% | $171,800 | $1,428 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Greene County's median home value of $114,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Greene County's property tax rate compare to the rest of North Carolina?
At 0.87%, Greene County is higher than the North Carolina state average of 0.70%. On a home at the county median of $114,000, that means about $992 per year — versus $798 at the state average rate, a difference of $194 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Greene County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Greene County?
For a home at the county median value of $114,000, the annual property tax in Greene County is approximately $992 — or about $83 per month. For a home worth $171,000, expect around $1,488 per year. For a $228,000 home, approximately $1,984 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Greene County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Greene County are handled by the Greene 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 Greene 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 0.87% shown here. Contact the Greene 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