Mecklenburg County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 9,635.
The median annual property tax in Mecklenburg County is $826, which is 58% lower than the Virginia state average and 57% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $169,400. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$826
-58% vs State
-57% vs US
Median Home Value
$169,400
-39% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.49%
-27% vs State
-48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,030
$86/mo
Without Mortgage
$663
$55/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 | $826 -0.2% | 0.49% |
| 2022 | $828 +2.7% | 0.52% |
| 2021 | $806 +4.1% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $774 +7.4% | 0.52% |
| 2019 | $721 | 0.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,691
per year
Monthly Tax
$69
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Lynchburg city
Tax: $1,778/yr Rate: 0.84%
Gloucester County
Tax: $1,718/yr Rate: 0.59%
Pittsylvania County
Tax: $907/yr Rate: 0.59%
York County
Tax: $2,676/yr Rate: 0.65%
Arlington County
Tax: $7,774/yr Rate: 0.90%
Manassas Park city
Tax: $4,329/yr Rate: 1.14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mecklenburg County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mecklenburg County is $826 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $169,400.
How does Mecklenburg County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mecklenburg County are 57% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mecklenburg County? ▼
In Mecklenburg County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,030 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $663. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mecklenburg County? ▼
Property taxes in Mecklenburg County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $51,691. 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.