Northampton County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 3,481.
The median annual property tax in Northampton County is $1,689, which is 14% lower than the Virginia state average and 12% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $279,100. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,689
-14% vs State
-12% vs US
Median Home Value
$279,100
+0% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
-9% vs State
-36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,126
$177/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,375
$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 | $1,689 +13.4% | 0.61% |
| 2022 | $1,490 +4.4% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $1,427 +1.3% | 0.74% |
| 2020 | $1,408 +5.2% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $1,339 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,933
per year
Monthly Tax
$141
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Wythe County
Tax: $851/yr Rate: 0.49%
Portsmouth city
Tax: $2,452/yr Rate: 1.07%
Clarke County
Tax: $2,757/yr Rate: 0.51%
Pulaski County
Tax: $1,176/yr Rate: 0.64%
Lee County
Tax: $586/yr Rate: 0.59%
Williamsburg city
Tax: $2,265/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Northampton County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Northampton County is $1,689 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $279,100.
How does Northampton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Northampton County are 12% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Northampton County? ▼
In Northampton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,126 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,375. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Northampton County? ▼
Property taxes in Northampton County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $55,933. 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.