Nelson County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 5,124.
The median annual property tax in Nelson County is $1,517, which is 23% lower than the Virginia state average and 21% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $283,000. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,517
-23% vs State
-21% vs US
Median Home Value
$283,000
+2% vs State
+34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
-19% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,636
$136/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,381
$115/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 | $1,517 -1.4% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $1,539 +13.1% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $1,361 +3.8% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $1,311 -7.6% | 0.56% |
| 2019 | $1,419 | 0.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,525
per year
Monthly Tax
$126
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Prince Edward County
Tax: $820/yr Rate: 0.40%
Emporia city
Tax: $990/yr Rate: 0.76%
York County
Tax: $2,676/yr Rate: 0.65%
Amherst County
Tax: $997/yr Rate: 0.51%
Richmond County
Tax: $1,188/yr Rate: 0.55%
Williamsburg city
Tax: $2,265/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Nelson County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Nelson County is $1,517 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $283,000.
How does Nelson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Nelson County are 21% 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 Nelson County? ▼
In Nelson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,636 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,381. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Nelson County? ▼
Property taxes in Nelson County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $68,525. 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.