Fayette County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 12,194.
The median annual property tax in Fayette County is $690, which is 1% lower than the West Virginia state average and 64% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $104,200. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$690
-1% vs State
-64% vs US
Median Home Value
$104,200
-26% vs State
-51% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
+32% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$866
$72/mo
Without Mortgage
$539
$45/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 | $690 +2.1% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $676 +6.6% | 0.66% |
| 2021 | $634 -0.2% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $635 +5.3% | 0.67% |
| 2019 | $603 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,672
per year
Monthly Tax
$58
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Lewis County
Tax: $639/yr Rate: 0.47%
Marshall County
Tax: $637/yr Rate: 0.46%
Harrison County
Tax: $872/yr Rate: 0.55%
Jackson County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.56%
Mingo County
Tax: $374/yr Rate: 0.44%
Upshur County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fayette County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fayette County is $690 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $104,200.
How does Fayette County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fayette County are 64% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fayette County? ▼
In Fayette County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $866 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $539. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fayette County? ▼
Property taxes in Fayette County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $52,672. 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.