West Virginia Property Tax Rate
55 Counties
West Virginia has an effective property tax rate of 0.53%, ranking it #41 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in West Virginia pays $865 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $162,600. This rate is 42% lower than the national average of 0.92%.
0.53%
#41 of 50 states
$865
Per year
$162,600
2024 estimate
55
Population: 1,778,373
Property Tax Rates by County in West Virginia
| Rank ▲ | County | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Boone County | 0.67% |
| #2 | McDowell County | 0.67% |
| #3 | Wetzel County | 0.67% |
| #4 | Ritchie County | 0.66% |
| #5 | Kanawha County | 0.65% |
| #6 | Fayette County | 0.64% |
| #7 | Hancock County | 0.63% |
| #8 | Cabell County | 0.60% |
| #9 | Ohio County | 0.60% |
| #10 | Marion County | 0.59% |
| #11 | Mason County | 0.59% |
| #12 | Putnam County | 0.59% |
| #13 | Wood County | 0.59% |
| #14 | Tyler County | 0.57% |
| #15 | Logan County | 0.56% |
| #16 | Harrison County | 0.55% |
| #17 | Mercer County | 0.54% |
| #18 | Pleasants County | 0.54% |
| #19 | Taylor County | 0.54% |
| #20 | Brooke County | 0.53% |
How West Virginia Compares
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$1,590
$133/month · Rate: 0.53%
Home Value
$300,000
Taxable Value
$300,000
Effective Rate
0.53%
West Virginia Property Tax Exemptions
General Homestead
$20,000 off assessed value
Primary residence owners who are West Virginia residents
Over 65/Disabled
Same $20,000 homestead exemption applies to all qualifying homeowners regardless of age
Homeowners age 65+ or permanently disabled
Disabled Veteran
100% exemption for totally disabled veterans
Veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability
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 West Virginia?
Property taxes are payable in two installments statewide: the first half is due September 1 and the second half is due March 1 of the following year. A 2.5% discount is offered for each half paid before its due date.
First half
September 1
Delinquent October 1
Second half
March 1
Delinquent April 1
If you pay late: First-half taxes become delinquent October 1 and second-half taxes April 1, with delinquent amounts accruing interest at 9% per year.
See how West 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.