City of Raleigh property taxes Durham County · FY 2026–27
Rates effective July 1, 2026 (FY 2026–27) · Verified July 3, 2026
$0.9512
combined rate per $100
county $0.5792 + city $0.3720
$3,805
per year on a $400,000 home
$317 per month
1,109
parcels in this town
Durham County side
Yes, a corner of Raleigh sits in Durham County — parcels near Brier Creek, where the state capital spills across the Wake County line. These properties pay Durham County’s rate plus Raleigh’s municipal rate: a different total than a Raleigh address in Wake County, on identical city services. Compare the Wake side on its own page.
City of Raleigh spans county lines — also see City of Raleigh in Wake County.
Estimated annual tax in City of Raleigh (Durham County)
| Assessed home value | Annual tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $2,378 | $198 |
| $400,000 | $3,805 | $317 |
| $600,000 | $5,707 | $476 |
At the combined $0.9512 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 City of Raleigh (Durham County) for FY 2026–27?
Most City of Raleigh parcels pay $0.9512 per $100 of assessed value: Durham County's $0.5792 plus the municipal levy of $0.3720. Rates are set each June and effective July 1.
How much is property tax on a $400,000 home in City of Raleigh?
About $3,805 per year ($317/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: Durham County ($0.5792) and City of Raleigh ($0.3720). The county collects both. Note that City of Raleigh also has parcels in Wake County, where a different county levy applies.
Sources: Official '2026 Tax Rates (FY 2026-2027)' sheet, Durham County Tax Administration (retrieved 2026-07-03) · Tax rates page (HTML) — matches PDF (retrieved 2026-07-03)