Barbour County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 4,656.
The median annual property tax in Barbour County is $538, which is 23% lower than the West Virginia state average and 72% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $126,000. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$538
-23% vs State
-72% vs US
Median Home Value
$126,000
-11% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.43%
-14% vs State
-55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$620
$52/mo
Without Mortgage
$479
$40/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 | $538 +1.3% | 0.43% |
| 2022 | $531 +8.4% | 0.45% |
| 2021 | $490 +4.0% | 0.46% |
| 2020 | $471 +0.6% | 0.45% |
| 2019 | $468 | 0.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,347
per year
Monthly Tax
$45
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Mason County
Tax: $682/yr Rate: 0.54%
Tucker County
Tax: $511/yr Rate: 0.35%
Monongalia County
Tax: $1,232/yr Rate: 0.48%
Monroe County
Tax: $698/yr Rate: 0.48%
Hardy County
Tax: $586/yr Rate: 0.37%
Pleasants County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Barbour County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Barbour County is $538 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $126,000.
How does Barbour County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Barbour County are 72% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Barbour County? ▼
In Barbour County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $620 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $479. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Barbour County? ▼
Property taxes in Barbour County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $48,347. 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.