Accomack County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 10,081.
The median annual property tax in Accomack County is $962, which is 51% lower than the Virginia state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $193,100. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$962
-51% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$193,100
-31% vs State
-9% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-25% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,190
$99/mo
Without Mortgage
$851
$71/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $962 +2.9% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $935 +2.9% | 0.51% |
| 2021 | $909 -4.6% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $953 +1.5% | 0.55% |
| 2019 | $939 | 0.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,500
per year
Monthly Tax
$80
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Richmond city
Tax: $2,834/yr Rate: 0.86%
Page County
Tax: $1,489/yr Rate: 0.67%
Botetourt County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 0.65%
Staunton city
Tax: $1,696/yr Rate: 0.71%
Manassas city
Tax: $4,766/yr Rate: 1.10%
Waynesboro city
Tax: $1,578/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Accomack County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Accomack County is $962 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $193,100.
How does Accomack County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Accomack County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Accomack County? ▼
In Accomack County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,190 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $851. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Accomack County? ▼
Property taxes in Accomack County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $57,500. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.