Hancock County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 9,623.
The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $752, which is 8% higher than the West Virginia state average and 61% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $119,600. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$752
+8% vs State
-61% vs US
Median Home Value
$119,600
-15% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.63%
+26% vs State
-34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$848
$71/mo
Without Mortgage
$657
$55/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 | $752 +0.0% | 0.63% |
| 2022 | $752 +7.1% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $702 +6.7% | 0.72% |
| 2020 | $658 +7.2% | 0.70% |
| 2019 | $614 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,017
per year
Monthly Tax
$63
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Roane County
Tax: $538/yr Rate: 0.44%
Pocahontas County
Tax: $439/yr Rate: 0.31%
Taylor County
Tax: $759/yr Rate: 0.53%
Greenbrier County
Tax: $640/yr Rate: 0.47%
Wetzel County
Tax: $664/yr Rate: 0.65%
Tyler County
Tax: $631/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hancock County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $752 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $119,600.
How does Hancock County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hancock County are 61% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hancock County? ▼
In Hancock County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $848 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $657. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hancock County? ▼
Property taxes in Hancock County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $61,017. 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.