Amherst County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 9,959.
The median annual property tax in Amherst County is $997, which is 49% lower than the Virginia state average and 48% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $197,200. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$997
-49% vs State
-48% vs US
Median Home Value
$197,200
-29% vs State
-7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.51%
-24% vs State
-46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,056
$88/mo
Without Mortgage
$940
$78/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 | $997 +3.0% | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $968 +6.7% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $907 -0.4% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $911 +5.0% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $868 | 0.56% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,298
per year
Monthly Tax
$83
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Chesapeake city
Tax: $2,937/yr Rate: 0.82%
Appomattox County
Tax: $1,006/yr Rate: 0.53%
Washington County
Tax: $1,038/yr Rate: 0.51%
Grayson County
Tax: $820/yr Rate: 0.62%
Lee County
Tax: $586/yr Rate: 0.59%
James City County
Tax: $2,786/yr Rate: 0.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Amherst County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Amherst County is $997 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $197,200.
How does Amherst County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Amherst County are 48% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Amherst County? ▼
In Amherst County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,056 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $940. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Amherst County? ▼
Property taxes in Amherst County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $67,298. 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.