McDowell County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 4,906.
The median annual property tax in McDowell County is $278, which is 60% lower than the West Virginia state average and 86% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $49,200. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$278
-60% vs State
-86% vs US
Median Home Value
$49,200
-65% vs State
-77% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
+14% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$556
$46/mo
Without Mortgage
$255
$21/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 | $278 +3.7% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $268 +13.1% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $237 +8.7% | 0.54% |
| 2020 | $218 -1.4% | 0.55% |
| 2019 | $221 | 0.63% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$29,980
per year
Monthly Tax
$23
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Morgan County
Tax: $1,145/yr Rate: 0.51%
Hampshire County
Tax: $745/yr Rate: 0.36%
Clay County
Tax: $369/yr Rate: 0.34%
Fayette County
Tax: $690/yr Rate: 0.66%
Randolph County
Tax: $539/yr Rate: 0.39%
Lincoln County
Tax: $494/yr Rate: 0.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in McDowell County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in McDowell County is $278 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $49,200.
How does McDowell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in McDowell County are 86% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in McDowell County? ▼
In McDowell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $556 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $255. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in McDowell County? ▼
Property taxes in McDowell County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $29,980. 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.