What happens when a tax bill becomes delinquent?

Enforced debt collection may begin immediately upon an account reaching delinquent status. Action for collection may include garnishment of wages; attachment of bank accounts, rental income or income tax refunds; seizure and sale of personal property by the Sheriff's Office; or foreclosure of real estate. 

The first step in the foreclosure process is advertisement of the delinquent account in Wilson Times approximately two months after becoming delinquent. This action is required by N.C.G.S 105-368. Commencement of any of these actions will result in additional costs and/or fees being added to the unpaid bills. 

Mail your check for payment of taxes to:

Wilson County Tax Department
PO Box 1162
Wilson, NC  27894-1162

To review the Delinquent Real Estate Taxes for Tax Year 2023, please check out the link below:

2023 Delinquent Real Estate Taxes - As of 2-23-2024