If you’re deciding between living in Union County or Mecklenburg County, one question almost always comes up:
“Which one has lower property taxes?”
The answer is simple on the surface—but the real answer is a little more nuanced (and way more important when you’re choosing where to buy).
Let’s break it down.
The Quick Answer: Which County Has Lower Property Taxes?


Union County: ~0.65% effective tax rate 


Mecklenburg County: ~0.71% effective tax rate 


Bottom line:
Union County typically has slightly lower property taxes than Mecklenburg County.
But before you start packing boxes… keep reading.
What That Actually Looks Like (Real Numbers)
Let’s put this into real-world context:
Example: $400,000 Home


Union County:
≈ $2,600/year in property taxes


Mecklenburg County:
≈ $2,800–$2,900/year 


Difference:
Roughly $200–$300 per year
Not nothing—but also not l ...