Mercer County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 17,025.
The median annual property tax in Mercer County is $589, which is 16% lower than the West Virginia state average and 69% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $118,600. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$589
-16% vs State
-69% vs US
Median Home Value
$118,600
-16% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
+0% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$777
$65/mo
Without Mortgage
$476
$40/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 | $589 +1.9% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $578 +9.5% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $528 +5.6% | 0.51% |
| 2020 | $500 +5.0% | 0.50% |
| 2019 | $476 | 0.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,799
per year
Monthly Tax
$49
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Greenbrier County
Tax: $640/yr Rate: 0.47%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,235/yr Rate: 0.58%
Randolph County
Tax: $539/yr Rate: 0.39%
Lewis County
Tax: $639/yr Rate: 0.47%
Hardy County
Tax: $586/yr Rate: 0.37%
Calhoun County
Tax: $441/yr Rate: 0.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mercer County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mercer County is $589 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $118,600.
How does Mercer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mercer County are 69% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mercer County? ▼
In Mercer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $777 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $476. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mercer County? ▼
Property taxes in Mercer County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $47,799. 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.