Summers County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 3,892.
The median annual property tax in Summers County is $384, which is 45% lower than the West Virginia state average and 80% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.30% on a median home value of $126,100. Property taxes represent 0.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$384
-45% vs State
-80% vs US
Median Home Value
$126,100
-11% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.30%
-40% vs State
-68% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$450
$38/mo
Without Mortgage
$348
$29/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 | $384 -1.0% | 0.30% |
| 2022 | $388 +6.0% | 0.31% |
| 2021 | $366 +8.0% | 0.35% |
| 2020 | $339 -8.4% | 0.35% |
| 2019 | $370 | 0.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$42,544
per year
Monthly Tax
$32
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Lewis County
Tax: $639/yr Rate: 0.47%
Fayette County
Tax: $690/yr Rate: 0.66%
Nicholas County
Tax: $550/yr Rate: 0.48%
Pleasants County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.58%
Taylor County
Tax: $759/yr Rate: 0.53%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,145/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Summers County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Summers County is $384 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.30% on a median home value of $126,100.
How does Summers County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Summers County are 80% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.30% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Summers County? ▼
In Summers County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $450 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $348. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Summers County? ▼
Property taxes in Summers County represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $42,544. 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.