Clay County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 2,337.
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $369, which is 47% lower than the West Virginia state average and 81% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $107,100. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$369
-47% vs State
-81% vs US
Median Home Value
$107,100
-24% vs State
-49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
-32% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$433
$36/mo
Without Mortgage
$347
$29/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 | $369 +7.3% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $344 +0.6% | 0.34% |
| 2021 | $342 +4.3% | 0.39% |
| 2020 | $328 +1.2% | 0.38% |
| 2019 | $324 | 0.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$42,790
per year
Monthly Tax
$31
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Gilmer County
Tax: $422/yr Rate: 0.51%
Marion County
Tax: $989/yr Rate: 0.60%
Calhoun County
Tax: $441/yr Rate: 0.40%
Lincoln County
Tax: $494/yr Rate: 0.48%
Randolph County
Tax: $539/yr Rate: 0.39%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,145/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clay County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $369 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $107,100.
How does Clay County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County are 81% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clay County? ▼
In Clay County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $433 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $347. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clay County? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $42,790. 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.