Tazewell County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 11,652.
The median annual property tax in Tazewell County is $718, which is 63% lower than the Virginia state average and 63% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $116,100. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$718
-63% vs State
-63% vs US
Median Home Value
$116,100
-58% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
-7% vs State
-35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$917
$76/mo
Without Mortgage
$634
$53/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 | $718 +0.7% | 0.62% |
| 2022 | $713 +4.4% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $683 -0.6% | 0.67% |
| 2020 | $687 +4.7% | 0.67% |
| 2019 | $656 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$45,788
per year
Monthly Tax
$60
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Martinsville city
Tax: $746/yr Rate: 0.81%
Augusta County
Tax: $1,379/yr Rate: 0.49%
Madison County
Tax: $1,967/yr Rate: 0.59%
Caroline County
Tax: $1,585/yr Rate: 0.56%
Mathews County
Tax: $1,475/yr Rate: 0.42%
Mecklenburg County
Tax: $826/yr Rate: 0.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tazewell County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tazewell County is $718 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $116,100.
How does Tazewell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tazewell County are 63% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tazewell County? ▼
In Tazewell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $917 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $634. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tazewell County? ▼
Property taxes in Tazewell County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $45,788. 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.