Pitt County, NC Property Tax: $1,649/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Pitt County is 0.85% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $194,300, that works out to about $1,652 per year, or $138 per month. Pitt County is located in eastern North Carolina, and is home to approximately 172,279 residents.
About Pitt County
Pitt County covers approximately 652.4 square miles in North Carolina. The county is home to about 172,279 residents living in roughly 81,656 housing units, of which 45.8% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $58,851, and the median home was built in 1993.
Pitt County borders Beaufort County, Craven County, Edgecombe County, Greene County, Lenoir 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 Pitt County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Pitt County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pitt County, NC | 0.85% | $194,300 | $1,652 |
| North Carolina state average | 0.70% | — | $1,360* |
| Beaufort County | 0.70% | $181,200 | $1,277 |
| Craven County | 0.67% | $206,200 | $1,372 |
| Edgecombe County | 1.10% | $116,800 | $1,282 |
| Greene County | 0.87% | $114,000 | $990 |
| Lenoir County | 0.88% | $111,400 | $985 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Pitt County's median home value of $194,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Pitt County's property tax rate compare to the rest of North Carolina?
At 0.85%, Pitt County is higher than the North Carolina state average of 0.70%. On a home at the county median of $194,300, that means about $1,652 per year — versus $1,360 at the state average rate, a difference of $292 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Pitt County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Pitt County?
For a home at the county median value of $194,300, the annual property tax in Pitt County is approximately $1,652 — or about $138 per month. For a home worth $291,450, expect around $2,477 per year. For a $388,600 home, approximately $3,303 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Pitt County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Pitt County are handled by the Pitt 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 Pitt 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 0.85% shown here. Contact the Pitt 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