Buchanan County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 6,038.
The median annual property tax in Buchanan County is $404, which is 79% lower than the Virginia state average and 79% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $91,400. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$404
-79% vs State
-79% vs US
Median Home Value
$91,400
-67% vs State
-57% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.44%
-34% vs State
-54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$611
$51/mo
Without Mortgage
$383
$32/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $404 -2.7% | 0.44% |
| 2022 | $415 +9.8% | 0.49% |
| 2021 | $378 +7.1% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $353 -1.7% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $359 | 0.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$42,216
per year
Monthly Tax
$34
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Richmond County
Tax: $1,188/yr Rate: 0.55%
Russell County
Tax: $644/yr Rate: 0.54%
Fairfax County
Tax: $7,072/yr Rate: 1.01%
Prince George County
Tax: $2,098/yr Rate: 0.78%
King George County
Tax: $2,221/yr Rate: 0.56%
Manassas city
Tax: $4,766/yr Rate: 1.10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Buchanan County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Buchanan County is $404 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $91,400.
How does Buchanan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Buchanan County are 79% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Buchanan County? ▼
In Buchanan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $611 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $383. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Buchanan County? ▼
Property taxes in Buchanan County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $42,216. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.