Taylor County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 5,495.
The median annual property tax in Taylor County is $759, which is 9% higher than the West Virginia state average and 61% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $144,000. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$759
+9% vs State
-61% vs US
Median Home Value
$144,000
+2% vs State
-32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.53%
+6% vs State
-44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$951
$79/mo
Without Mortgage
$523
$44/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 | $759 +1.7% | 0.53% |
| 2022 | $746 +7.5% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $694 +11.4% | 0.58% |
| 2020 | $623 +1.1% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $616 | 0.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,807
per year
Monthly Tax
$63
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Clay County
Tax: $369/yr Rate: 0.34%
Webster County
Tax: $303/yr Rate: 0.39%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,796/yr Rate: 0.55%
Kanawha County
Tax: $922/yr Rate: 0.68%
Pendleton County
Tax: $603/yr Rate: 0.34%
Wirt County
Tax: $602/yr Rate: 0.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Taylor County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Taylor County is $759 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $144,000.
How does Taylor County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Taylor County are 61% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Taylor County? ▼
In Taylor County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $951 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $523. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Taylor County? ▼
Property taxes in Taylor County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $56,807. 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.