Braxton County Property Tax Rate
West Virginia
Braxton County, West Virginia has an effective property tax rate of 0.45%, which is 51% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $117,900, homeowners pay approximately $535 per year in property taxes. Braxton County ranks #37 out of 55 counties in West Virginia for property tax rates.
$535
Per year
$117,900
2024 estimate
1.06%
Median income: $50,331
#37
of 55 counties in WV
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$604
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$490
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Braxton County pay on average $114 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Braxton County Compares
Top Counties in West Virginia
West Virginia Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Braxton County homeowners
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
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$1,350
$113/month · Rate: 0.45%
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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.