Scott County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 7,011.
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $826, which is 58% lower than the Virginia state average and 57% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $122,300. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$826
-58% vs State
-57% vs US
Median Home Value
$122,300
-56% vs State
-42% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
+1% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$949
$79/mo
Without Mortgage
$760
$63/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 | $826 +0.4% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $823 +8.7% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $757 +1.3% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $747 +7.5% | 0.70% |
| 2019 | $695 | 0.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$45,136
per year
Monthly Tax
$69
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Northumberland County
Tax: $1,602/yr Rate: 0.48%
King William County
Tax: $1,733/yr Rate: 0.63%
Cumberland County
Tax: $1,398/yr Rate: 0.64%
Hampton city
Tax: $2,259/yr Rate: 0.96%
Radford city
Tax: $1,488/yr Rate: 0.70%
Henry County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Scott County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $826 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $122,300.
How does Scott County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County are 57% below 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 Scott County? ▼
In Scott County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $949 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $760. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Scott County? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $45,136. 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.