Shenandoah County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 12,877.
The median annual property tax in Shenandoah County is $1,451, which is 26% lower than the Virginia state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $265,800. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,451
-26% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$265,800
-4% vs State
+26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.55%
-18% vs State
-42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,390
$116/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,581
$132/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 | $1,451 +3.6% | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $1,400 +9.5% | 0.57% |
| 2021 | $1,278 +4.2% | 0.57% |
| 2020 | $1,227 -0.1% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $1,228 | 0.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,437
per year
Monthly Tax
$121
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Stafford County
Tax: $3,301/yr Rate: 0.72%
Northampton County
Tax: $1,689/yr Rate: 0.61%
Greensville County
Tax: $936/yr Rate: 0.59%
Botetourt County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 0.65%
Salem city
Tax: $2,232/yr Rate: 0.91%
Scott County
Tax: $826/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Shenandoah County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Shenandoah County is $1,451 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $265,800.
How does Shenandoah County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Shenandoah County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Shenandoah County? ▼
In Shenandoah County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,390 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,581. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Shenandoah County? ▼
Property taxes in Shenandoah County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $64,437. 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.