28396 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 28396 (Wagram, North Carolina) pay a median of $1,375/year in property taxes on homes valued at $150,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.92%, which is 28% above the North Carolina state average of 0.71%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 28396 is approximately $115, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Scotland County. This is $216 less than the North Carolina average of $1,591/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in North Carolina, 28396 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 28369 (0.92%) and 28077 (0.91%).

In Wagram, property taxes represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $56,736, 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 at the next countywide revaluation. Scotland County offers a Homestead Property Tax Exclusion reducing assessed value by $20,000–$25,000 for seniors 65+, permanently disabled homeowners, or widows with qualifying income — submit your application to the Scotland County Tax Assessor's office. Contact the Scotland County Tax Assessor before your first tax bill to file your homestead exemption.