Bedford County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 27,536.
The median annual property tax in Bedford County is $1,265, which is 35% lower than the Virginia state average and 34% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $276,600. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,265
-35% vs State
-34% vs US
Median Home Value
$276,600
-1% vs State
+31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
-31% vs State
-52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,292
$108/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,227
$102/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 | $1,265 +3.1% | 0.46% |
| 2022 | $1,227 +11.7% | 0.46% |
| 2021 | $1,098 +4.4% | 0.48% |
| 2020 | $1,052 +1.8% | 0.50% |
| 2019 | $1,033 | 0.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,644
per year
Monthly Tax
$105
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Norton city
Tax: $787/yr Rate: 0.78%
Roanoke County
Tax: $2,340/yr Rate: 0.88%
Prince Edward County
Tax: $820/yr Rate: 0.40%
Dickenson County
Tax: $503/yr Rate: 0.50%
Covington city
Tax: $629/yr Rate: 0.78%
Essex County
Tax: $1,312/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bedford County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bedford County is $1,265 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $276,600.
How does Bedford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bedford County are 34% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bedford County? ▼
In Bedford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,292 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,227. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bedford County? ▼
Property taxes in Bedford County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $77,644. 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.