Middlesex County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 4,056.
The median annual property tax in Middlesex County is $1,692, which is 14% lower than the Virginia state average and 12% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $299,800. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,692
-14% vs State
-12% vs US
Median Home Value
$299,800
+8% vs State
+42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
-16% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,578
$132/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,810
$151/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 | $1,692 +5.6% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $1,602 +9.4% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $1,465 +2.6% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $1,428 +5.3% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $1,356 | 0.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,154
per year
Monthly Tax
$141
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Mathews County
Tax: $1,475/yr Rate: 0.42%
King William County
Tax: $1,733/yr Rate: 0.63%
Chesterfield County
Tax: $2,636/yr Rate: 0.78%
Suffolk city
Tax: $3,073/yr Rate: 0.93%
Accomack County
Tax: $962/yr Rate: 0.50%
Floyd County
Tax: $1,122/yr Rate: 0.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Middlesex County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Middlesex County is $1,692 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $299,800.
How does Middlesex County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Middlesex County are 12% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Middlesex County? ▼
In Middlesex County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,578 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,810. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Middlesex County? ▼
Property taxes in Middlesex County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $74,154. 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.