Washington County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 16,770.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,038, which is 47% lower than the Virginia state average and 46% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $201,800. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,038
-47% vs State
-46% vs US
Median Home Value
$201,800
-27% vs State
-5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.51%
-24% vs State
-46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,173
$98/mo
Without Mortgage
$929
$77/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 | $1,038 +5.7% | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $982 +5.1% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $934 +3.0% | 0.57% |
| 2020 | $907 +4.6% | 0.57% |
| 2019 | $867 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,774
per year
Monthly Tax
$87
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Page County
Tax: $1,489/yr Rate: 0.67%
Middlesex County
Tax: $1,692/yr Rate: 0.56%
Madison County
Tax: $1,967/yr Rate: 0.59%
Poquoson city
Tax: $3,640/yr Rate: 0.90%
Northampton County
Tax: $1,689/yr Rate: 0.61%
Prince William County
Tax: $4,910/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,038 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $201,800.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 46% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,173 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $929. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $62,774. 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.