Mineral County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 8,514.
The median annual property tax in Mineral County is $838, which is 20% higher than the West Virginia state average and 56% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $180,400. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$838
+20% vs State
-56% vs US
Median Home Value
$180,400
+28% vs State
-15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
-8% vs State
-52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$968
$81/mo
Without Mortgage
$700
$58/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 | $838 +2.8% | 0.46% |
| 2022 | $815 +9.7% | 0.50% |
| 2021 | $743 +1.8% | 0.49% |
| 2020 | $730 -5.9% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $776 | 0.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,049
per year
Monthly Tax
$70
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Randolph County
Tax: $539/yr Rate: 0.39%
Wood County
Tax: $943/yr Rate: 0.61%
Doddridge County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.47%
Cabell County
Tax: $989/yr Rate: 0.63%
Gilmer County
Tax: $422/yr Rate: 0.51%
Monongalia County
Tax: $1,232/yr Rate: 0.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mineral County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mineral County is $838 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $180,400.
How does Mineral County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mineral County are 56% 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 Mineral County? ▼
In Mineral County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $968 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $700. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mineral County? ▼
Property taxes in Mineral County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $68,049. 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.