Dinwiddie County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 8,159.
The median annual property tax in Dinwiddie County is $1,478, which is 25% lower than the Virginia state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $246,100. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,478
-25% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$246,100
-11% vs State
+16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-10% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,490
$124/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,444
$120/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 | $1,478 +3.0% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $1,435 +8.4% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $1,324 +5.5% | 0.69% |
| 2020 | $1,255 +4.1% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $1,205 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$83,898
per year
Monthly Tax
$123
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Buchanan County
Tax: $404/yr Rate: 0.44%
Hopewell city
Tax: $1,600/yr Rate: 0.97%
Charlottesville city
Tax: $3,649/yr Rate: 0.81%
Waynesboro city
Tax: $1,578/yr Rate: 0.67%
Sussex County
Tax: $966/yr Rate: 0.54%
Pittsylvania County
Tax: $907/yr Rate: 0.59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dinwiddie County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dinwiddie County is $1,478 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $246,100.
How does Dinwiddie County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dinwiddie County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dinwiddie County? ▼
In Dinwiddie County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,490 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,444. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dinwiddie County? ▼
Property taxes in Dinwiddie County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $83,898. 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.