Chesterfield County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 105,903.
The median annual property tax in Chesterfield County is $2,636, which is 34% higher than the Virginia state average and 37% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $336,700. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,636
+34% vs State
+37% vs US
Median Home Value
$336,700
+21% vs State
+59% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
+16% vs State
-18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,636
$220/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,636
$220/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 | $2,636 +5.4% | 0.78% |
| 2022 | $2,502 +7.7% | 0.82% |
| 2021 | $2,323 +5.9% | 0.86% |
| 2020 | $2,193 +3.0% | 0.87% |
| 2019 | $2,130 | 0.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$98,910
per year
Monthly Tax
$220
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Charlottesville city
Tax: $3,649/yr Rate: 0.81%
Highland County
Tax: $1,104/yr Rate: 0.56%
Caroline County
Tax: $1,585/yr Rate: 0.56%
Bristol city
Tax: $1,294/yr Rate: 0.77%
Chesapeake city
Tax: $2,937/yr Rate: 0.82%
Russell County
Tax: $644/yr Rate: 0.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chesterfield County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chesterfield County is $2,636 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $336,700.
How does Chesterfield County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chesterfield County are 37% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.78% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chesterfield County? ▼
In Chesterfield County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,636 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,636. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chesterfield County? ▼
Property taxes in Chesterfield County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $98,910. 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.