Wetzel County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 4,881.
The median annual property tax in Wetzel County is $664, which is 5% lower than the West Virginia state average and 65% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $102,800. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$664
-5% vs State
-65% vs US
Median Home Value
$102,800
-27% vs State
-51% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.65%
+30% vs State
-32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$772
$64/mo
Without Mortgage
$585
$49/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 | $664 -3.5% | 0.65% |
| 2022 | $688 +9.2% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $630 +1.1% | 0.63% |
| 2020 | $623 +9.1% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $571 | 0.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,341
per year
Monthly Tax
$55
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Morgan County
Tax: $1,145/yr Rate: 0.51%
Hampshire County
Tax: $745/yr Rate: 0.36%
Grant County
Tax: $555/yr Rate: 0.33%
Roane County
Tax: $538/yr Rate: 0.44%
Harrison County
Tax: $872/yr Rate: 0.55%
Tucker County
Tax: $511/yr Rate: 0.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wetzel County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wetzel County is $664 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $102,800.
How does Wetzel County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wetzel County are 65% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.65% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wetzel County? ▼
In Wetzel County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $772 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $585. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wetzel County? ▼
Property taxes in Wetzel County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $53,341. 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.