Buckingham County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 4,633.
The median annual property tax in Buckingham County is $874, which is 55% lower than the Virginia state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $167,800. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$874
-55% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$167,800
-40% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
-22% vs State
-45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$972
$81/mo
Without Mortgage
$804
$67/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 | $874 +6.8% | 0.52% |
| 2022 | $818 +9.1% | 0.51% |
| 2021 | $750 +2.3% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $733 +4.0% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $705 | 0.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,199
per year
Monthly Tax
$73
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Lancaster County
Tax: $1,508/yr Rate: 0.49%
Washington County
Tax: $1,038/yr Rate: 0.51%
Covington city
Tax: $629/yr Rate: 0.78%
Nelson County
Tax: $1,517/yr Rate: 0.54%
Arlington County
Tax: $7,774/yr Rate: 0.90%
Wise County
Tax: $658/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Buckingham County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Buckingham County is $874 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.52% on a median home value of $167,800.
How does Buckingham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Buckingham County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Buckingham County? ▼
In Buckingham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $972 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $804. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Buckingham County? ▼
Property taxes in Buckingham County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $59,199. 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.