Ritchie County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 2,803.
The median annual property tax in Ritchie County is $700, which is 0% higher than the West Virginia state average and 64% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $107,800. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$700
+0% vs State
-64% vs US
Median Home Value
$107,800
-24% vs State
-49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.65%
+30% vs State
-32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$773
$64/mo
Without Mortgage
$626
$52/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 | $700 +5.7% | 0.65% |
| 2022 | $662 +2.6% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $645 +8.4% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $595 +6.6% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $558 | 0.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,256
per year
Monthly Tax
$58
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Grant County
Tax: $555/yr Rate: 0.33%
Marion County
Tax: $989/yr Rate: 0.60%
Monroe County
Tax: $698/yr Rate: 0.48%
Lincoln County
Tax: $494/yr Rate: 0.48%
Greenbrier County
Tax: $640/yr Rate: 0.47%
Upshur County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ritchie County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ritchie County is $700 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $107,800.
How does Ritchie County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ritchie County are 64% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.65% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ritchie County? ▼
In Ritchie County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $773 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $626. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ritchie County? ▼
Property taxes in Ritchie County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $50,256. 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.