North Carolina Elderly or Disabled Property Tax Exclusion

Watauga County Tax Department

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

North Carolina Elderly or Disabled Property Tax Exclusion is available to homeowners in Boone, NC.

Excludes a portion of your home's assessed value from property taxes if you are age 65+ or totally and permanently disabled and meet income requirements. Reduces property tax bill significantly for qualifying seniors and disabled homeowners. Amount excluded depends on county.

Excludes $30,000-$50,000 of assessed value, reducing annual property tax

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Boone, NC, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Excludes $30,000-$50,000 from assessed value
  • Must be age 65+ or totally disabled
  • Income limit of $35,750 (2024)
  • Apply by June 1 each year
  • Significantly reduces property tax bill

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Boone, NC can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Apply by June 1 for current tax year

Questions about this program?

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Frequently asked questions

How much can North Carolina Elderly or Disabled Property Tax Exclusion provide in Boone, NC?

Excludes $30,000-$50,000 of home value.

Who qualifies for North Carolina Elderly or Disabled Property Tax Exclusion in Boone?

North Carolina Elderly or Disabled Property Tax Exclusion is open to homeowners in Boone, NC. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for North Carolina Elderly or Disabled Property Tax Exclusion in Boone, NC?

Apply directly with Watauga County Tax Department using the official program link on this page or call (828) 265-8054. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Apply by June 1 for current tax year.

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