Calhoun County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 1,969.
The median annual property tax in Calhoun County is $441, which is 37% lower than the West Virginia state average and 77% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.40% on a median home value of $111,200. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$441
-37% vs State
-77% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,200
-21% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.40%
-20% vs State
-58% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$614
$51/mo
Without Mortgage
$391
$33/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 | $441 -3.9% | 0.40% |
| 2022 | $459 +4.1% | 0.41% |
| 2021 | $441 +1.6% | 0.43% |
| 2020 | $434 +24.4% | 0.43% |
| 2019 | $349 | 0.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$41,421
per year
Monthly Tax
$37
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Clay County
Tax: $369/yr Rate: 0.34%
Tyler County
Tax: $631/yr Rate: 0.56%
Ritchie County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.65%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,145/yr Rate: 0.51%
Lincoln County
Tax: $494/yr Rate: 0.48%
Gilmer County
Tax: $422/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Calhoun County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Calhoun County is $441 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.40% on a median home value of $111,200.
How does Calhoun County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Calhoun County are 77% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.40% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Calhoun County? ▼
In Calhoun County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $614 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $391. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Calhoun County? ▼
Property taxes in Calhoun County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $41,421. 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.