Augusta County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 24,192.
The median annual property tax in Augusta County is $1,379, which is 30% lower than the Virginia state average and 28% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $281,400. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,379
-30% vs State
-28% vs US
Median Home Value
$281,400
+1% vs State
+33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.49%
-27% vs State
-48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,387
$116/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,366
$114/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 | $1,379 +2.9% | 0.49% |
| 2022 | $1,340 +8.4% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $1,236 +3.9% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $1,190 -0.1% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $1,191 | 0.56% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,972
per year
Monthly Tax
$115
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Loudoun County
Tax: $6,186/yr Rate: 0.88%
Russell County
Tax: $644/yr Rate: 0.54%
Botetourt County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 0.65%
Louisa County
Tax: $1,781/yr Rate: 0.65%
Salem city
Tax: $2,232/yr Rate: 0.91%
Franklin city
Tax: $1,677/yr Rate: 0.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Augusta County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Augusta County is $1,379 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $281,400.
How does Augusta County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Augusta County are 28% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Augusta County? ▼
In Augusta County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,387 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,366. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Augusta County? ▼
Property taxes in Augusta County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $79,972. 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.