Fairfax County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 282,039.
The median annual property tax in Fairfax County is $7,072, which is 261% higher than the Virginia state average and 268% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $699,700. Property taxes represent 4.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$7,072
+261% vs State
+268% vs US
Median Home Value
$699,700
+152% vs State
+231% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.01%
+51% vs State
+6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,945
$579/mo
Without Mortgage
$7,430
$619/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 | $7,072 +3.3% | 1.01% |
| 2022 | $6,843 +7.8% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $6,349 +4.6% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $6,070 +3.2% | 1.05% |
| 2019 | $5,881 | 1.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$150,113
per year
Monthly Tax
$589
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Frederick County
Tax: $1,807/yr Rate: 0.51%
New Kent County
Tax: $2,523/yr Rate: 0.68%
Fairfax city
Tax: $6,392/yr Rate: 0.94%
Prince William County
Tax: $4,910/yr Rate: 0.98%
Culpeper County
Tax: $2,119/yr Rate: 0.55%
Middlesex County
Tax: $1,692/yr Rate: 0.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fairfax County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fairfax County is $7,072 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $699,700.
How does Fairfax County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fairfax County are 268% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.01% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fairfax County? ▼
In Fairfax County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,945 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $7,430. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fairfax County? ▼
Property taxes in Fairfax County represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $150,113. 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.