Lunenburg County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 3,358.
The median annual property tax in Lunenburg County is $635, which is 68% lower than the Virginia state average and 67% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $145,500. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$635
-68% vs State
-67% vs US
Median Home Value
$145,500
-48% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.44%
-34% vs State
-54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$695
$58/mo
Without Mortgage
$579
$48/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 | $635 +6.4% | 0.44% |
| 2022 | $597 -3.7% | 0.43% |
| 2021 | $620 -7.3% | 0.53% |
| 2020 | $669 -1.5% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $679 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,460
per year
Monthly Tax
$53
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Surry County
Tax: $1,474/yr Rate: 0.63%
Russell County
Tax: $644/yr Rate: 0.54%
Alexandria city
Tax: $6,879/yr Rate: 0.99%
Clarke County
Tax: $2,757/yr Rate: 0.51%
Amelia County
Tax: $1,034/yr Rate: 0.43%
Rappahannock County
Tax: $2,787/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lunenburg County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lunenburg County is $635 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.44% on a median home value of $145,500.
How does Lunenburg County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lunenburg County are 67% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lunenburg County? ▼
In Lunenburg County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $695 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $579. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lunenburg County? ▼
Property taxes in Lunenburg County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $54,460. 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.