Nicholas County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 7,894.
The median annual property tax in Nicholas County is $550, which is 21% lower than the West Virginia state average and 71% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $114,200. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$550
-21% vs State
-71% vs US
Median Home Value
$114,200
-19% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.48%
-4% vs State
-49% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$685
$57/mo
Without Mortgage
$464
$39/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 | $550 -2.5% | 0.48% |
| 2022 | $564 +11.5% | 0.51% |
| 2021 | $506 +3.5% | 0.54% |
| 2020 | $489 +0.0% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $489 | 0.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,280
per year
Monthly Tax
$46
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Kanawha County
Tax: $922/yr Rate: 0.68%
Taylor County
Tax: $759/yr Rate: 0.53%
Pleasants County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.58%
Wayne County
Tax: $589/yr Rate: 0.47%
Boone County
Tax: $587/yr Rate: 0.65%
Ritchie County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Nicholas County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Nicholas County is $550 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.48% on a median home value of $114,200.
How does Nicholas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Nicholas County are 71% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Nicholas County? ▼
In Nicholas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $685 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $464. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Nicholas County? ▼
Property taxes in Nicholas County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $49,280. 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.