27053 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 27053 (Westfield, North Carolina) pay a median of $1,067/year in property taxes on homes valued at $191,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.56%, which is 22% below the North Carolina state average of 0.71%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 27053 is approximately $89, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Stokes County. This is $524 less than the North Carolina average of $1,591/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in North Carolina, 27053 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 28732 (0.56%) and 27295 (0.56%).

In Westfield, property taxes represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $66,875, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

North Carolina reassesses property at market value upon sale — your property will receive a new fair market value assessment from Stokes County with no state cap on reassessment increases. Stokes County provides homestead exemptions and senior/veteran relief programs; file your exemption application with the Stokes County Tax Assessor immediately after closing to reduce your assessed value. Follow up within 60 days to confirm your exemption was recorded and will be applied to your first tax bill.