New Kent County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 8,321.
The median annual property tax in New Kent County is $2,523, which is 29% higher than the Virginia state average and 31% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $371,500. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,523
+29% vs State
+31% vs US
Median Home Value
$371,500
+34% vs State
+76% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
+1% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,591
$216/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,344
$195/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 | $2,523 +5.0% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $2,403 +8.9% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $2,206 -0.8% | 0.71% |
| 2020 | $2,224 +8.4% | 0.75% |
| 2019 | $2,052 | 0.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$120,125
per year
Monthly Tax
$210
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Westmoreland County
Tax: $1,506/yr Rate: 0.62%
Halifax County
Tax: $729/yr Rate: 0.49%
Lexington city
Tax: $2,378/yr Rate: 0.86%
Goochland County
Tax: $2,418/yr Rate: 0.50%
Galax city
Tax: $962/yr Rate: 0.76%
Dickenson County
Tax: $503/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in New Kent County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in New Kent County is $2,523 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $371,500.
How does New Kent County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in New Kent County are 31% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in New Kent County? ▼
In New Kent County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,591 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,344. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in New Kent County? ▼
Property taxes in New Kent County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $120,125. 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.