27916 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 27916 (Aydlett, North Carolina) pay a median of $1,489/year in property taxes on homes valued at $366,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.41%, which is 43% below the North Carolina state average of 0.71%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 27916 is approximately $124, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Currituck County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in North Carolina, 27916 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 28657 (0.41%) and 28531 (0.41%).

In Aydlett, property taxes represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $76,341, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

North Carolina does not reassess property at sale — your property tax depends on Currituck County's revaluation schedule, not purchase price, giving you exceptional stability in this high-value market. Currituck County offers Senior Exemptions (age 65+) and Homestead Exemptions — submit your exemption application to the Currituck County Tax Assessor within 30 days of purchase to secure available relief. Request your current assessment and property card from the Currituck County Tax Assessor, verify the land and building values are reasonable for your location, and mark the county's appeal deadline (typically June 1) for any assessment disputes.