Wirt County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 1,787.
The median annual property tax in Wirt County is $602, which is 14% lower than the West Virginia state average and 69% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $112,800. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$602
-14% vs State
-69% vs US
Median Home Value
$112,800
-20% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.53%
+6% vs State
-44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$759
$63/mo
Without Mortgage
$484
$40/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 | $602 -0.3% | 0.53% |
| 2022 | $604 -3.2% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $624 +23.8% | 0.64% |
| 2020 | $504 +6.1% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $475 | 0.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,688
per year
Monthly Tax
$50
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Clay County
Tax: $369/yr Rate: 0.34%
Brooke County
Tax: $690/yr Rate: 0.54%
Boone County
Tax: $587/yr Rate: 0.65%
Upshur County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.44%
Nicholas County
Tax: $550/yr Rate: 0.48%
Gilmer County
Tax: $422/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wirt County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wirt County is $602 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $112,800.
How does Wirt County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wirt County are 69% 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 Wirt County? ▼
In Wirt County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $759 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $484. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wirt County? ▼
Property taxes in Wirt County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $54,688. 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.