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How do I pay my property taxes?

Property taxes are managed, billed, and collected by Rutherford County.  Property tax bills are sent out in July of each year, and due by January 1.  All property tax bills include both county and Town taxes, if you live within a municipality’s corporate limits.  For more information on property taxes please call (828) 287-6000 or … Continued

How do I pay my income taxes?

Income taxes are collected by the  State of North Carolina.  You can find more information on state income taxes on this website: https://www.nc.gov/services/taxes

How do I pay my water bill?

Broad River Water Authority (BRWA) provides water service to the Town of Rutherfordton. You can pay your BRWA bill online at https://ncbrwa.com/online-bill-pay.

How do I report food safety concerns?

Call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) or report the complaint online. For Help with Restaurant Food Problems: Rutherford County Health Department 221 Callahan Koon Rd Spindale, NC 28160 (828) 287-6100

What is the sales tax in the city?

Sales tax in Rutherfordton, NC, USA State Tax Rate: 4.750% State-wide Local Rate Range: 6.750% – 7.500% State Change Date: 7/1/2020 City Total Rate: 7.000%

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