Raleigh County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 21,694.
The median annual property tax in Raleigh County is $733, which is 5% higher than the West Virginia state average and 62% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $142,600. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$733
+5% vs State
-62% vs US
Median Home Value
$142,600
+1% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.51%
+2% vs State
-46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$870
$73/mo
Without Mortgage
$601
$50/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 | $733 +3.8% | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $706 +9.5% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $645 +4.4% | 0.57% |
| 2020 | $618 -3.6% | 0.56% |
| 2019 | $641 | 0.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,055
per year
Monthly Tax
$61
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Webster County
Tax: $303/yr Rate: 0.39%
Wirt County
Tax: $602/yr Rate: 0.53%
Summers County
Tax: $384/yr Rate: 0.30%
Fayette County
Tax: $690/yr Rate: 0.66%
Doddridge County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.47%
Pleasants County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Raleigh County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Raleigh County is $733 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $142,600.
How does Raleigh County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Raleigh County are 62% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Raleigh County? ▼
In Raleigh County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $870 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $601. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Raleigh County? ▼
Property taxes in Raleigh County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $52,055. 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.