Lee County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 6,242.
The median annual property tax in Lee County is $586, which is 70% lower than the Virginia state average and 70% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $98,700. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$586
-70% vs State
-70% vs US
Median Home Value
$98,700
-65% vs State
-53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.59%
-12% vs State
-38% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$778
$65/mo
Without Mortgage
$506
$42/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 | $586 +2.1% | 0.59% |
| 2022 | $574 +2.0% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $563 +6.6% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $528 -5.0% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $556 | 0.63% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$42,269
per year
Monthly Tax
$49
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Russell County
Tax: $644/yr Rate: 0.54%
Page County
Tax: $1,489/yr Rate: 0.67%
Portsmouth city
Tax: $2,452/yr Rate: 1.07%
Amelia County
Tax: $1,034/yr Rate: 0.43%
Shenandoah County
Tax: $1,451/yr Rate: 0.55%
Spotsylvania County
Tax: $2,263/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lee County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lee County is $586 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $98,700.
How does Lee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lee County are 70% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.59% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lee County? ▼
In Lee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $778 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $506. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lee County? ▼
Property taxes in Lee County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $42,269. 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.