CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (February 21, 2025) - The Carteret County Tax Administration Office has mailed final notices earlier this month to approximately 11,000 taxpayers with outstanding 2024 property tax bills. To avoid additional fees and enforcement actions, payments must be received by Feb. 28, 2025.

In accordance with state law, unpaid property taxes after the deadline will result in the public advertisement of a lien on the property. Additional collection efforts may include bank attachment, wage garnishment, state income tax refund withholding, personal property levy, or foreclosure.

Taxpayers who may have difficulty paying are encouraged to reach out to the Tax Administration Office as soon as possible to explore available payment options.

Taxpayers can make payments through several convenient options: 

• Online: Visit https://carteretcountytax.com/taxes to pay via credit card, debit card, eCheck, or PayPal.
• Phone: Call toll-free 1-888-544-9433 to pay by credit card.
• Mail: Send a check or money order with the payment stub using the return envelope included with the tax bill.
• In person: Pay at the Tax Administration Office, located in the Carteret County Government Administration Building at 302 Courthouse Square, Beaufort, N.C., between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Accepted payment methods include cash, check, money order, credit card, and debit card. Checks should be made payable to the County of Carteret. A convenience fee applies to credit and debit card transactions.

For additional information or assistance, contact the Carteret County Tax Administration Office at (252) 728-8485 or visit https://www.carteretcountync.gov/154/Tax-Office.

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