Hampshire County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 6,876.
The median annual property tax in Hampshire County is $745, which is 7% higher than the West Virginia state average and 61% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.36% on a median home value of $204,600. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$745
+7% vs State
-61% vs US
Median Home Value
$204,600
+45% vs State
-3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.36%
-28% vs State
-62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$803
$67/mo
Without Mortgage
$716
$60/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 | $745 +2.6% | 0.36% |
| 2022 | $726 +12.7% | 0.39% |
| 2021 | $644 +4.0% | 0.41% |
| 2020 | $619 +3.3% | 0.40% |
| 2019 | $599 | 0.39% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,299
per year
Monthly Tax
$62
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Morgan County
Tax: $1,145/yr Rate: 0.51%
Wyoming County
Tax: $344/yr Rate: 0.44%
Brooke County
Tax: $690/yr Rate: 0.54%
Hardy County
Tax: $586/yr Rate: 0.37%
Calhoun County
Tax: $441/yr Rate: 0.40%
Webster County
Tax: $303/yr Rate: 0.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hampshire County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hampshire County is $745 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.36% on a median home value of $204,600.
How does Hampshire County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hampshire County are 61% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.36% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hampshire County? ▼
In Hampshire County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $803 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $716. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hampshire County? ▼
Property taxes in Hampshire County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $60,299. 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.