Hardy County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 4,700.
The median annual property tax in Hardy County is $586, which is 16% lower than the West Virginia state average and 70% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.37% on a median home value of $159,700. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$586
-16% vs State
-70% vs US
Median Home Value
$159,700
+13% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.37%
-26% vs State
-61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$675
$56/mo
Without Mortgage
$544
$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 | $586 -0.7% | 0.37% |
| 2022 | $590 +0.7% | 0.38% |
| 2021 | $586 +1.7% | 0.41% |
| 2020 | $576 +0.5% | 0.41% |
| 2019 | $573 | 0.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,302
per year
Monthly Tax
$49
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Marshall County
Tax: $637/yr Rate: 0.46%
Harrison County
Tax: $872/yr Rate: 0.55%
Lewis County
Tax: $639/yr Rate: 0.47%
Doddridge County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.47%
Pocahontas County
Tax: $439/yr Rate: 0.31%
Monroe County
Tax: $698/yr Rate: 0.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hardy County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hardy County is $586 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.37% on a median home value of $159,700.
How does Hardy County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hardy County are 70% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.37% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hardy County? ▼
In Hardy County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $675 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $544. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hardy County? ▼
Property taxes in Hardy County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $49,302. 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.