Marshall County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 9,867.
The median annual property tax in Marshall County is $637, which is 9% lower than the West Virginia state average and 67% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $139,800. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$637
-9% vs State
-67% vs US
Median Home Value
$139,800
-1% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
-8% vs State
-52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$820
$68/mo
Without Mortgage
$549
$46/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 | $637 +3.1% | 0.46% |
| 2022 | $618 +3.3% | 0.47% |
| 2021 | $598 +2.7% | 0.51% |
| 2020 | $582 +6.8% | 0.52% |
| 2019 | $545 | 0.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,329
per year
Monthly Tax
$53
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Summers County
Tax: $384/yr Rate: 0.30%
Doddridge County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.47%
Raleigh County
Tax: $733/yr Rate: 0.51%
Mingo County
Tax: $374/yr Rate: 0.44%
Wayne County
Tax: $589/yr Rate: 0.47%
Hancock County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Marshall County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Marshall County is $637 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $139,800.
How does Marshall County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Marshall County are 67% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Marshall County? ▼
In Marshall County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $820 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $549. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Marshall County? ▼
Property taxes in Marshall County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $60,329. 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.