Virginia Property Tax Rate
133 Counties
Virginia has an effective property tax rate of 0.73%, ranking it #31 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Virginia pays $2,790 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $383,700. This rate is 21% lower than the national average of 0.92%.
0.73%
#31 of 50 states
$2,790
Per year
$383,700
2024 estimate
133
Population: 8,705,170
Property Tax Rates by County in Virginia
| Rank ▲ | County | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Manassas Park city | 1.17% |
| #2 | Manassas city | 1.09% |
| #3 | Portsmouth city | 1.04% |
| #4 | Fairfax County | 1.01% |
| #5 | Newport News city | 1.01% |
| #6 | Norfolk city | 1.00% |
| #7 | Roanoke city | 0.99% |
| #8 | Alexandria city | 0.96% |
| #9 | Falls Church city | 0.95% |
| #10 | Hampton city | 0.95% |
| #11 | Prince William County | 0.94% |
| #12 | Suffolk city | 0.93% |
| #13 | Poquoson city | 0.92% |
| #14 | Arlington County | 0.91% |
| #15 | Buena Vista city | 0.91% |
| #16 | Fairfax city | 0.90% |
| #17 | Salem city | 0.90% |
| #18 | Richmond city | 0.89% |
| #19 | Hopewell city | 0.86% |
| #20 | Loudoun County | 0.85% |
How Virginia Compares
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,190
$183/month · Rate: 0.73%
Home Value
$300,000
Taxable Value
$300,000
Effective Rate
0.73%
Virginia Property Tax Exemptions
Real Estate Tax Relief (Elderly/Disabled)
Varies by locality; may exempt or defer a portion or all of property taxes
Homeowners age 65+ or permanently disabled; income and net worth limits set by locality (typically income under $50,000-$72,000)
Disabled Veteran
100% exemption from property taxes on primary residence
Veterans with 100% permanent and total service-connected disability; surviving spouse may retain
Veteran Exemption (Partial Disability)
Varies by locality
Veterans with service-connected disability; locality must have adopted the exemption
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
When Are Property Taxes Due in Virginia?
There is no statewide due date. Each county and independent city sets its own real estate tax due dates; semi-annual installments due June 5 and December 5 are among the most common schedules.
Dates vary by locality
Virginia real estate taxes are administered locally by each county and independent city, and due dates vary. A very common pattern is semi-annual billing due June 5 and December 5, but many localities use different installment dates (e.g., quarterly, or halves due in spring and fall). Owners must check with their local treasurer.
If you pay late: Late-payment penalties and interest are set locally, commonly a 10% penalty plus interest (often around 10% per year) on the unpaid balance.
See how Virginia compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.