Essex County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 3,031.
The median annual property tax in Essex County is $1,312, which is 33% lower than the Virginia state average and 32% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $228,600. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,312
-33% vs State
-32% vs US
Median Home Value
$228,600
-18% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
-15% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,495
$125/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,032
$86/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 | $1,312 -4.7% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $1,377 -4.6% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $1,443 +3.2% | 0.68% |
| 2020 | $1,398 -1.1% | 0.71% |
| 2019 | $1,414 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,481
per year
Monthly Tax
$109
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Lynchburg city
Tax: $1,778/yr Rate: 0.84%
Henry County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.50%
Culpeper County
Tax: $2,119/yr Rate: 0.55%
Bland County
Tax: $868/yr Rate: 0.55%
Dickenson County
Tax: $503/yr Rate: 0.50%
Hopewell city
Tax: $1,600/yr Rate: 0.97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Essex County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Essex County is $1,312 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $228,600.
How does Essex County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Essex County are 32% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Essex County? ▼
In Essex County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,495 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,032. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Essex County? ▼
Property taxes in Essex County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $56,481. 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.