28379 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 28379 (Rockingham, North Carolina) pay a median of $1,179/year in property taxes on homes valued at $137,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.86%, which is 20% above the North Carolina state average of 0.71%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 28379 is approximately $98, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Richmond County. This is $412 less than the North Carolina average of $1,591/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in North Carolina, 28379 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 27040 (0.86%) and 28384 (0.86%).

In Rockingham, property taxes represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $47,156, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

North Carolina revalues property every four years at market value; your assessed value will reset to the purchase price during the next revaluation cycle. Richmond County offers a Homestead Property Tax Exclusion ($20,000–$25,000 depending on age 65+, permanent disability, or widow status with income verification) — submit your application to the Richmond County Tax Assessor's office. Contact the Richmond County Tax Assessor before your first bill to file your homestead exemption claim.