Lewis County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 4,906.
The median annual property tax in Lewis County is $639, which is 9% lower than the West Virginia state average and 67% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $135,800. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$639
-9% vs State
-67% vs US
Median Home Value
$135,800
-4% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.47%
-6% vs State
-51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$732
$61/mo
Without Mortgage
$541
$45/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 | $639 +1.3% | 0.47% |
| 2022 | $631 +8.2% | 0.47% |
| 2021 | $583 +5.4% | 0.49% |
| 2020 | $553 +1.5% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $545 | 0.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,279
per year
Monthly Tax
$53
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Calhoun County
Tax: $441/yr Rate: 0.40%
Roane County
Tax: $538/yr Rate: 0.44%
Tucker County
Tax: $511/yr Rate: 0.35%
Upshur County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.44%
Doddridge County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.47%
Barbour County
Tax: $538/yr Rate: 0.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lewis County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lewis County is $639 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $135,800.
How does Lewis County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lewis County are 67% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lewis County? ▼
In Lewis County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $732 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $541. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lewis County? ▼
Property taxes in Lewis County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $52,279. 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.