Town of Clayton property taxes Wake County · FY 2026–27
Rates effective July 1, 2026 (FY 2026–27) · Verified July 3, 2026
$1.0271
combined rate per $100
county $0.5371 + city $0.4900
$4,108
per year on a $400,000 home
$342 per month
3
parcels in this town
Wake County side
Clayton is a Johnston County town that touches Wake County at exactly four parcels — quite possibly the Triangle’s most exclusive tax club. Those four pay Wake County’s levy plus Clayton’s town rate.
Estimated annual tax in Town of Clayton (Wake County)
| Assessed home value | Annual tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $2,568 | $214 |
| $400,000 | $4,108 | $342 |
| $600,000 | $6,163 | $514 |
At the combined $1.0271 rate per $100 of assessed value. Excludes flat fees (e.g. solid waste) and any special assessments.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the property-tax rate in Town of Clayton (Wake County) for FY 2026–27?
Most Town of Clayton parcels pay $1.0271 per $100 of assessed value: Wake County's $0.5371 plus the municipal levy of $0.4900. Rates are set each June and effective July 1.
How much is property tax on a $400,000 home in Town of Clayton?
About $4,108 per year ($342/month) at the FY 2026–27 combined rate most parcels pay, before flat fees.
Who actually levies the tax in Town of Clayton?
Two governments, one bill: Wake County ($0.5371) and Town of Clayton ($0.4900). The county collects both.
Sources: Official Wake County 'Tax Rates' sheet (2026 column = FY2026-27) (retrieved 2026-07-03) · Tax rates & fees landing page (retrieved 2026-07-03)