Goochland County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 8,646.
The median annual property tax in Goochland County is $2,418, which is 23% higher than the Virginia state average and 26% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $483,700. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,418
+23% vs State
+26% vs US
Median Home Value
$483,700
+74% vs State
+129% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-25% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,426
$202/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,404
$200/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 | $2,418 +8.6% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $2,226 +2.3% | 0.51% |
| 2021 | $2,175 +12.3% | 0.54% |
| 2020 | $1,937 +4.3% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $1,857 | 0.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$118,695
per year
Monthly Tax
$202
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Louisa County
Tax: $1,781/yr Rate: 0.65%
Rappahannock County
Tax: $2,787/yr Rate: 0.57%
Salem city
Tax: $2,232/yr Rate: 0.91%
Brunswick County
Tax: $718/yr Rate: 0.54%
Prince George County
Tax: $2,098/yr Rate: 0.78%
Alleghany County
Tax: $1,011/yr Rate: 0.83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Goochland County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Goochland County is $2,418 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $483,700.
How does Goochland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Goochland County are 26% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Goochland County? ▼
In Goochland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,426 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,404. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Goochland County? ▼
Property taxes in Goochland County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $118,695. 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.