Wayne County Property Tax Rate
West Virginia
Wayne County, West Virginia has an effective property tax rate of 0.47%, which is 49% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $127,100, homeowners pay approximately $594 per year in property taxes. Wayne County ranks #33 out of 55 counties in West Virginia for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has fallen 1.0% while home values gained 22.4%.
$594
Per year
$127,100
2024 estimate
1.01%
Median income: $58,878
#33
of 55 counties in WV
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$883
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$475
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Wayne County pay on average $408 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Wayne County Compares
Top Counties in West Virginia
Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Wayne County fell 1.0% (from $600 to $594), while the median home value climbed 22.4%. The effective tax rate fell from 0.58% to 0.47% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $600 | $103,800 | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $583 | $105,100 | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $610 | $114,200 | 0.53% |
| 2023 | $589 | $124,900 | 0.47% |
| 2024 | $594 | $127,100 | 0.47% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
West Virginia Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Wayne 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
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$1,410
$118/month · Rate: 0.47%
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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.