Berkeley County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 37,234.
The median annual property tax in Berkeley County is $1,353, which is 94% higher than the West Virginia state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $248,000. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,353
+94% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$248,000
+76% vs State
+17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.55%
+10% vs State
-42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,426
$119/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,186
$99/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 | $1,353 +4.6% | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $1,294 +5.7% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $1,224 +2.9% | 0.62% |
| 2020 | $1,189 +0.5% | 0.63% |
| 2019 | $1,183 | 0.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,329
per year
Monthly Tax
$113
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Tyler County
Tax: $631/yr Rate: 0.56%
Boone County
Tax: $587/yr Rate: 0.65%
Calhoun County
Tax: $441/yr Rate: 0.40%
Grant County
Tax: $555/yr Rate: 0.33%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,796/yr Rate: 0.55%
Greenbrier County
Tax: $640/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Berkeley County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Berkeley County is $1,353 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $248,000.
How does Berkeley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Berkeley County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Berkeley County? ▼
In Berkeley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,426 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,186. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Berkeley County? ▼
Property taxes in Berkeley County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $77,329. 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.