Alleghany County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 5,070.
The median annual property tax in Alleghany County is $1,011, which is 48% lower than the Virginia state average and 47% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $122,300. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,011
-48% vs State
-47% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,300
-56% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
+24% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,181
$98/mo
Without Mortgage
$902
$75/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 | $1,011 +6.5% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $949 +3.4% | 0.77% |
| 2021 | $918 +4.0% | 0.78% |
| 2020 | $883 +6.1% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $832 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,160
per year
Monthly Tax
$84
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Warren County
Tax: $1,850/yr Rate: 0.59%
Charlottesville city
Tax: $3,649/yr Rate: 0.81%
Campbell County
Tax: $913/yr Rate: 0.46%
Norfolk city
Tax: $2,738/yr Rate: 1.01%
Washington County
Tax: $1,038/yr Rate: 0.51%
Mecklenburg County
Tax: $826/yr Rate: 0.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Alleghany County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Alleghany County is $1,011 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $122,300.
How does Alleghany County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Alleghany County are 47% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.83% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Alleghany County? ▼
In Alleghany County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,181 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $902. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Alleghany County? ▼
Property taxes in Alleghany County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $55,160. 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.