What is the property tax rate in Nelson County, Virginia?

Nelson County has an effective property tax rate of 0.50%. On a home valued at $321,700, homeowners pay approximately $1,622 per year in property taxes.

How much is the average property tax in Nelson County?

The median annual property tax payment in Nelson County is $1,622. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,739, while those without a mortgage pay $1,465.

How does Nelson County compare to other counties in Virginia?

Nelson County ranks #110 out of 133 counties in Virginia for property tax rates. The county's effective rate of 0.50% is 32% lower than the Virginia average of 0.73%.

Nelson County Property Tax Rate

Virginia

0.50%effective rate

Nelson County, Virginia has an effective property tax rate of 0.50%, which is 46% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $321,700, homeowners pay approximately $1,622 per year in property taxes. Nelson County ranks #110 out of 133 counties in Virginia for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$1,622

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$321,700

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

2.23%

Median income: $72,589

State Rank📍

#110

of 133 counties in VA

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$1,739

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$1,465

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Nelson County pay on average $274 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Nelson County Compares

Nelson County

0.50%

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 Nelson County homeowners

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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)

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Disabled Veteran

100% exemption from property taxes on primary residence

Veterans with 100% permanent and total service-connected disability; surviving spouse may retain

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Veteran Exemption (Partial Disability)

Varies by locality

Veterans with service-connected disability; locality must have adopted the exemption

Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property tax in Nelson County

Home Value

$50k$2M

Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 school tax reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,500

$125/month · Rate: 0.50%

Quick Facts

Population14,732

Owner-Occupied50.7%

National Rank#2641 of 3,135

Median Income$72,589

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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.