Surry County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 2,210.
The median annual property tax in Surry County is $1,474, which is 25% lower than the Virginia state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $235,200. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,474
-25% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$235,200
-15% vs State
+11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.63%
-6% vs State
-34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,647
$137/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,359
$113/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 | $1,474 +6.2% | 0.63% |
| 2022 | $1,388 +3.6% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $1,340 -0.4% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $1,345 -1.6% | 0.67% |
| 2019 | $1,367 | 0.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,458
per year
Monthly Tax
$123
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Norton city
Tax: $787/yr Rate: 0.78%
Chesterfield County
Tax: $2,636/yr Rate: 0.78%
Goochland County
Tax: $2,418/yr Rate: 0.50%
Falls Church city
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 0.99%
Portsmouth city
Tax: $2,452/yr Rate: 1.07%
Arlington County
Tax: $7,774/yr Rate: 0.90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Surry County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Surry County is $1,474 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $235,200.
How does Surry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Surry County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Surry County? ▼
In Surry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,647 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,359. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Surry County? ▼
Property taxes in Surry County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $71,458. 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.