Tax Rates & Fees

Tax Rates & Fees

One of the most common interactions you may have with Wake County Government is through the payment of property taxes. If you reside in one of Wake County's 16 cities or towns, the municipal property taxes are included in the property tax bill received from Wake County.

In addition to County and municipal tax, the tax bill may also include the following: 

• Residential Waste Reduction Fees – Charged per living unit on the property. A single-family home would normally have one living unit, whereas a duplex would have two.
• Fire District Tax – A rate charged in addition to County and/or municipal taxes if the property is located in a fire tax district.
• Special District Tax – A rate charged in addition to County and/or municipal taxes if the property is located in a special district designated by legislation. This is normally a downtown area.
• Municipal Fees – Various fees assessed by the towns. Example: Stormwater assessment or Solid Waste Fee
• Vehicle Fee – Charged annually for motor vehicles located within a municipality.

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Current Year to 2017

2016 and Prior