Caroline County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 9,548.
The median annual property tax in Caroline County is $1,585, which is 19% lower than the Virginia state average and 18% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $283,100. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,585
-19% vs State
-18% vs US
Median Home Value
$283,100
+2% vs State
+34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
-16% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,694
$141/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,316
$110/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 | $1,585 +10.2% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $1,438 -0.1% | 0.57% |
| 2021 | $1,440 +3.1% | 0.64% |
| 2020 | $1,397 -2.2% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $1,429 | 0.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,267
per year
Monthly Tax
$132
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Galax city
Tax: $962/yr Rate: 0.76%
Augusta County
Tax: $1,379/yr Rate: 0.49%
Alleghany County
Tax: $1,011/yr Rate: 0.83%
Madison County
Tax: $1,967/yr Rate: 0.59%
Henry County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.50%
Hampton city
Tax: $2,259/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Caroline County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Caroline County is $1,585 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $283,100.
How does Caroline County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Caroline County are 18% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Caroline County? ▼
In Caroline County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,694 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,316. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Caroline County? ▼
Property taxes in Caroline County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $86,267. 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.