Frederick County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 26,791.
The median annual property tax in Frederick County is $1,807, which is 8% lower than the Virginia state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $355,000. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,807
-8% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$355,000
+28% vs State
+68% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.51%
-24% vs State
-46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,849
$154/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,719
$143/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 | $1,807 +3.7% | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $1,743 +10.7% | 0.52% |
| 2021 | $1,575 +7.7% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $1,463 +9.2% | 0.55% |
| 2019 | $1,340 | 0.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$95,603
per year
Monthly Tax
$151
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Danville city
Tax: $743/yr Rate: 0.67%
Patrick County
Tax: $851/yr Rate: 0.58%
York County
Tax: $2,676/yr Rate: 0.65%
Fluvanna County
Tax: $1,835/yr Rate: 0.65%
Galax city
Tax: $962/yr Rate: 0.76%
Northumberland County
Tax: $1,602/yr Rate: 0.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Frederick County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Frederick County is $1,807 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.51% on a median home value of $355,000.
How does Frederick County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Frederick County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Frederick County? ▼
In Frederick County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,849 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,719. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Frederick County? ▼
Property taxes in Frederick County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $95,603. 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.