Mason County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 8,445.
The median annual property tax in Mason County is $682, which is 2% lower than the West Virginia state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $127,400. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$682
-2% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$127,400
-10% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
+8% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$861
$72/mo
Without Mortgage
$589
$49/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 | $682 -6.2% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $727 +9.0% | 0.62% |
| 2021 | $667 +2.8% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $649 +9.6% | 0.65% |
| 2019 | $592 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,454
per year
Monthly Tax
$57
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Raleigh County
Tax: $733/yr Rate: 0.51%
Brooke County
Tax: $690/yr Rate: 0.54%
Cabell County
Tax: $989/yr Rate: 0.63%
Wayne County
Tax: $589/yr Rate: 0.47%
Randolph County
Tax: $539/yr Rate: 0.39%
Jackson County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mason County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mason County is $682 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $127,400.
How does Mason County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mason County are 65% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mason County? ▼
In Mason County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $861 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $589. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mason County? ▼
Property taxes in Mason County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $53,454. 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.