Incentives
Sampson County is committed to growth that yields new jobs and increases the non-residential tax base. Sampson County and the City of Clinton, in addition to the State of North Carolina, offer qualified new and expanding businesses’ incentives. Depending on the funding source, incentives are in the form of grants, low-interest loans, or workforce training funds.

As you consider Sampson County for your new business location or expansion, allow our team to work with yours to identify incentive eligibility and navigate the process.
 
Taxes
PROPERTY TAX/$100 VALUATION (2019-2020)
 
LOCATION   TAX RATE
  Sampson County             
  Town of Autryville                      
  City of Clinton                                     
  Town of Garland                                        
  Town of Harrells
  Town of Newton Grove 
  Town of Roseboro 
  Town of Salemburg 
  Town of Turkey 

  $0.825
  $0.50
  $0.40
  $0.72
  $0.19
  $0.38
  $0.66
  $0.30
  $0.27
Other Local Tax
Clinton Supplemental (Special School District) $0.145
Fire District $0.035 - $0.10
 
Sales Tax
4.75% (State of NC) + 2.25% (Sampson County) = 7% (combined sales tax rate)
There is no sales tax on Machinery & Equipment used in manufacturing processes. However, there is a 1% franchise tax, not to exceed $80 per article.
 
Inventory Tax
There is no inventory tax in North Carolina
 
NC Corporate Income Tax
2.5%
 
NC Personal Income Tax
5.25%