Boone County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 6,245.
The median annual property tax in Boone County is $587, which is 16% lower than the West Virginia state average and 69% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $90,300. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$587
-16% vs State
-69% vs US
Median Home Value
$90,300
-36% vs State
-57% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.65%
+30% vs State
-32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$797
$66/mo
Without Mortgage
$382
$32/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 | $587 +1.4% | 0.65% |
| 2022 | $579 +4.7% | 0.66% |
| 2021 | $553 +3.9% | 0.69% |
| 2020 | $532 +2.9% | 0.69% |
| 2019 | $517 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,152
per year
Monthly Tax
$49
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Lewis County
Tax: $639/yr Rate: 0.47%
Grant County
Tax: $555/yr Rate: 0.33%
Calhoun County
Tax: $441/yr Rate: 0.40%
Pendleton County
Tax: $603/yr Rate: 0.34%
Wetzel County
Tax: $664/yr Rate: 0.65%
Greenbrier County
Tax: $640/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Boone County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Boone County is $587 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $90,300.
How does Boone County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Boone County are 69% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.65% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Boone County? ▼
In Boone County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $797 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $382. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Boone County? ▼
Property taxes in Boone County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $56,152. 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.