Lincoln County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 5,837.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $494, which is 29% lower than the West Virginia state average and 74% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $103,400. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$494
-29% vs State
-74% vs US
Median Home Value
$103,400
-27% vs State
-51% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.48%
-4% vs State
-49% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$732
$61/mo
Without Mortgage
$417
$35/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 | $494 -1.0% | 0.48% |
| 2022 | $499 +8.2% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $461 +1.1% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $456 -0.2% | 0.53% |
| 2019 | $457 | 0.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,593
per year
Monthly Tax
$41
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Wood County
Tax: $943/yr Rate: 0.61%
Braxton County
Tax: $479/yr Rate: 0.45%
Upshur County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.44%
Roane County
Tax: $538/yr Rate: 0.44%
Logan County
Tax: $591/yr Rate: 0.58%
Cabell County
Tax: $989/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $494 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $103,400.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 74% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $732 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $417. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $48,593. 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.