Catawba County Tax Department
Catawba County Elderly & Disabled Property Tax Exclusion is available to homeowners in Hickory, NC.
Property tax relief for Catawba County residents age 65+ or totally and permanently disabled with income at or below $33,500. Excludes $25,000 or 50% of assessed home value (whichever is greater) from property taxes. Reduces annual tax burden significantly.
Tax savings vary by home value; estimate assumes $245,000 home with 50% exclusion
Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
In Hickory, NC, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Hickory, NC can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
Documents you will likely need
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 annually for current tax year
Ask us. It is free, and a real person answers within a business day.
Email us about this programExcludes $25,000 or 50% of home value.
Catawba County Elderly & Disabled Property Tax Exclusion is open to homeowners in Hickory, NC. It serves seniors.
Apply directly with Catawba County Tax Department using the official program link on this page or call (828) 465-8291. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Apply by June 1 annually for current tax year.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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