Highland County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 884.
The median annual property tax in Highland County is $1,104, which is 44% lower than the Virginia state average and 43% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $195,700. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,104
-44% vs State
-43% vs US
Median Home Value
$195,700
-30% vs State
-8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
-16% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,105
$92/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,103
$92/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 | $1,104 -2.3% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $1,130 +10.8% | 0.62% |
| 2021 | $1,020 +6.0% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $962 +3.7% | 0.60% |
| 2019 | $928 | 0.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,946
per year
Monthly Tax
$92
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Giles County
Tax: $907/yr Rate: 0.63%
Warren County
Tax: $1,850/yr Rate: 0.59%
Fluvanna County
Tax: $1,835/yr Rate: 0.65%
Nottoway County
Tax: $756/yr Rate: 0.42%
Wise County
Tax: $658/yr Rate: 0.56%
Westmoreland County
Tax: $1,506/yr Rate: 0.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Highland County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Highland County is $1,104 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $195,700.
How does Highland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Highland County are 43% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Highland County? ▼
In Highland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,105 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,103. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Highland County? ▼
Property taxes in Highland County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $62,946. 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.