Dickenson County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 4,265.
The median annual property tax in Dickenson County is $503, which is 74% lower than the Virginia state average and 74% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $101,100. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$503
-74% vs State
-74% vs US
Median Home Value
$101,100
-64% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-25% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$568
$47/mo
Without Mortgage
$478
$40/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 | $503 +6.3% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $473 +7.7% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $439 -2.7% | 0.54% |
| 2020 | $451 -0.2% | 0.55% |
| 2019 | $452 | 0.56% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$43,831
per year
Monthly Tax
$42
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Hopewell city
Tax: $1,600/yr Rate: 0.97%
Sussex County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 0.54%
Salem city
Tax: $2,232/yr Rate: 0.91%
Fairfax city
Tax: $6,392/yr Rate: 0.94%
Scott County
Tax: $826/yr Rate: 0.68%
Falls Church city
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 0.99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dickenson County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dickenson County is $503 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $101,100.
How does Dickenson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dickenson County are 74% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dickenson County? ▼
In Dickenson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $568 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $478. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dickenson County? ▼
Property taxes in Dickenson County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $43,831. 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.