What is the property tax rate in Charleston, WV?

Charleston has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.73%. On a median home valued at $187,300, homeowners pay approximately $1,359 per year in property taxes.

How does Charleston compare to Kanawha County?

Charleston's effective rate of 0.73% is 12% higher than the Kanawha County average of 0.65%. The county-wide median annual tax is $964, while Charleston homeowners pay an estimated $1,359.

How much are property taxes in Charleston on a $300,000 home?

Based on Charleston's effective rate of 0.73%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,190 per year, or about $183 per month.

Charleston Property Tax Rate

Kanawha County, West Virginia

0.73%effective rate

Charleston is located in Kanawha County, West Virginia. Homeowners in Charleston pay a median of $1,359 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $187,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.73%. This is 12% higher than the Kanawha County average of 0.65%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.73%

vs 0.65% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,359

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$187,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

47,918

Charleston, WV

How Charleston Compares

Charleston

0.73%

Kanawha County Average

0.65%

West Virginia Average

0.53%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Charleston

Property taxes in Charleston are collected by Kanawha County. Tax exemptions available to Kanawha County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Charleston. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Kanawha County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,190

$183/month · Rate: 0.73%

Kanawha County Property Taxes

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West Virginia Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.