Greenbrier County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 10,879.
The median annual property tax in Greenbrier County is $640, which is 8% lower than the West Virginia state average and 67% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $136,300. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$640
-8% vs State
-67% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,300
-3% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.47%
-6% vs State
-51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$825
$69/mo
Without Mortgage
$536
$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 | $640 +0.0% | 0.47% |
| 2022 | $640 +0.9% | 0.49% |
| 2021 | $634 +6.7% | 0.49% |
| 2020 | $594 +8.8% | 0.48% |
| 2019 | $546 | 0.44% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,662
per year
Monthly Tax
$53
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Wyoming County
Tax: $344/yr Rate: 0.44%
Wood County
Tax: $943/yr Rate: 0.61%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,796/yr Rate: 0.55%
Mercer County
Tax: $589/yr Rate: 0.50%
Calhoun County
Tax: $441/yr Rate: 0.40%
Marshall County
Tax: $637/yr Rate: 0.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Greenbrier County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Greenbrier County is $640 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $136,300.
How does Greenbrier County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Greenbrier County are 67% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Greenbrier County? ▼
In Greenbrier County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $825 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $536. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Greenbrier County? ▼
Property taxes in Greenbrier County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $48,662. 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.