City of Raleigh property taxes Wake County · FY 2026–27
Rates effective July 1, 2026 (FY 2026–27) · Verified July 3, 2026
$0.9091
combined rate per $100
county $0.5371 + city $0.3720
$3,636
per year on a $400,000 home
$303 per month
139,738
parcels in this town
Wake County side
Raleigh is the state capital and by far the Triangle’s largest tax base — more parcels than the rest of Wake County’s municipalities combined. Most addresses pay the straightforward county + city stack; downtown properties inside the Municipal Service District pay an extra levy that funds downtown services, and a small Brier Creek fringe actually lies in Durham County at a different total.
City of Raleigh spans county lines — also see City of Raleigh in Durham County.
Estimated annual tax in City of Raleigh (Wake County)
| Assessed home value | Annual tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $2,273 | $189 |
| $400,000 | $3,636 | $303 |
| $600,000 | $5,455 | $455 |
At the combined $0.9091 rate per $100 of assessed value. Excludes flat fees (e.g. solid waste) and any special assessments.
How City of Raleigh compares
Special zones within City of Raleigh
Some City of Raleigh parcels carry an extra levy on top of the base combined rate:
| Zone | Combined rate | Parcels |
|---|---|---|
| City of Raleigh + Downtown Raleigh Municipal Service District | $0.9771 | 983 |
| City of Raleigh + Hillsborough Street Municipal District | $1.0391 | 258 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the property-tax rate in City of Raleigh (Wake County) for FY 2026–27?
Most City of Raleigh parcels pay $0.9091 per $100 of assessed value: Wake County's $0.5371 plus the municipal levy of $0.3720. Some parcels carry an additional district levy — see the zones on this page. Rates are set each June and effective July 1.
How much is property tax on a $400,000 home in City of Raleigh?
About $3,636 per year ($303/month) at the FY 2026–27 combined rate most parcels pay, before flat fees.
Who actually levies the tax in City of Raleigh?
Two governments, one bill: Wake County ($0.5371) and City of Raleigh ($0.3720). The county collects both. Note that City of Raleigh also has parcels in Durham County, where a different county levy applies.
Sources: Official Wake County 'Tax Rates' sheet (2026 column = FY2026-27) (retrieved 2026-07-03) · Tax rates & fees landing page (retrieved 2026-07-03)