Jackson County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 8,730.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $871, which is 25% higher than the West Virginia state average and 55% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $154,600. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$871
+25% vs State
-55% vs US
Median Home Value
$154,600
+10% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
+12% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$858
$72/mo
Without Mortgage
$882
$74/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 | $871 +4.4% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $834 +6.5% | 0.56% |
| 2021 | $783 +5.8% | 0.57% |
| 2020 | $740 -2.0% | 0.59% |
| 2019 | $755 | 0.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,671
per year
Monthly Tax
$73
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Roane County
Tax: $538/yr Rate: 0.44%
Ritchie County
Tax: $700/yr Rate: 0.65%
Clay County
Tax: $369/yr Rate: 0.34%
Doddridge County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.47%
Pleasants County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.58%
Grant County
Tax: $555/yr Rate: 0.33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $871 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $154,600.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 55% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $858 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $882. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $55,671. 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.