Logan County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 9,512.
The median annual property tax in Logan County is $591, which is 15% lower than the West Virginia state average and 69% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $101,500. Property taxes represent 1.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$591
-15% vs State
-69% vs US
Median Home Value
$101,500
-28% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
+16% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$775
$65/mo
Without Mortgage
$497
$41/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 | $591 -3.0% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $609 +7.0% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $569 -0.4% | 0.62% |
| 2020 | $571 +10.0% | 0.58% |
| 2019 | $519 | 0.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,237
per year
Monthly Tax
$49
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Wayne County
Tax: $589/yr Rate: 0.47%
Lewis County
Tax: $639/yr Rate: 0.47%
Fayette County
Tax: $690/yr Rate: 0.66%
Cabell County
Tax: $989/yr Rate: 0.63%
Wirt County
Tax: $602/yr Rate: 0.53%
Harrison County
Tax: $872/yr Rate: 0.55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Logan County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Logan County is $591 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $101,500.
How does Logan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Logan County are 69% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Logan County? ▼
In Logan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $775 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $497. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Logan County? ▼
Property taxes in Logan County represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $47,237. 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.