Hanover County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 34,790.
The median annual property tax in Hanover County is $2,506, which is 28% higher than the Virginia state average and 30% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $372,700. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,506
+28% vs State
+30% vs US
Median Home Value
$372,700
+34% vs State
+76% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
+0% vs State
-29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,502
$209/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,513
$209/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 | $2,506 +5.0% | 0.67% |
| 2022 | $2,386 +8.6% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $2,198 +7.4% | 0.72% |
| 2020 | $2,047 +3.2% | 0.71% |
| 2019 | $1,984 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$109,504
per year
Monthly Tax
$209
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Dickenson County
Tax: $503/yr Rate: 0.50%
Botetourt County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 0.65%
Giles County
Tax: $907/yr Rate: 0.63%
Newport News city
Tax: $2,507/yr Rate: 1.03%
Bland County
Tax: $868/yr Rate: 0.55%
Winchester city
Tax: $2,505/yr Rate: 0.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hanover County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hanover County is $2,506 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $372,700.
How does Hanover County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hanover County are 30% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hanover County? ▼
In Hanover County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,502 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,513. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hanover County? ▼
Property taxes in Hanover County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $109,504. 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.