Lee County Property Tax Rate

Virginia

0.60%effective rate

Lee County, Virginia has an effective property tax rate of 0.60%, which is 35% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $98,900, homeowners pay approximately $595 per year in property taxes. Lee County ranks #65 out of 133 counties in Virginia for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$595

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$98,900

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

1.42%

Median income: $41,827

State Rank📍

#65

of 133 counties in VA

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$777

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$504

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Lee County pay on average $273 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Lee County Compares

Lee County
0.60%
Virginia Average
0.73%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Virginia

Manassas Park city
1.17%
Manassas city
1.09%
Portsmouth city
1.04%
Fairfax
1.01%
Newport News city
1.01%
Norfolk city
1.00%
Roanoke city
0.99%
Alexandria city
0.96%

Virginia Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Lee County homeowners

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

Property Tax Calculator

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,800

$150/month · Rate: 0.60%

Quick Facts

Population21,900
Owner-Occupied57.4%
National Rank#2276 of 3,135
Median Income$41,827

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.