27520 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 27520 (Clayton, North Carolina) pay a median of $1,937/year in property taxes on homes valued at $282,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.69%, which is 4% below the North Carolina state average of 0.71%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 27520 is approximately $161, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Johnston County. This is $346 more than the North Carolina average of $1,591/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in North Carolina, 27520 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 28443 (0.69%) and 27597 (0.69%).

In Clayton, property taxes represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $84,545, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

North Carolina reassesses property countywide every four years using market value standards, so your purchase does not immediately trigger reassessment — the next Johnston County revaluation will incorporate your property's market value. Johnston County provides a $25,000 Homestead Property Tax Exclusion for owner-occupied primary residences — submit your exemption application to the Johnston County Tax Assessor within 30 days of closing to reduce assessed value. Contact the Johnston County Tax Assessor immediately after purchase to obtain and file your homestead exemption application.