Pendleton County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 1,896.
The median annual property tax in Pendleton County is $603, which is 14% lower than the West Virginia state average and 69% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $178,600. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$603
-14% vs State
-69% vs US
Median Home Value
$178,600
+27% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.34%
-32% vs State
-64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$673
$56/mo
Without Mortgage
$553
$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 | $603 -5.3% | 0.34% |
| 2022 | $637 +1.6% | 0.38% |
| 2021 | $627 +2.6% | 0.46% |
| 2020 | $611 +7.2% | 0.47% |
| 2019 | $570 | 0.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,738
per year
Monthly Tax
$50
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Doddridge County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.47%
Hancock County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.63%
Braxton County
Tax: $479/yr Rate: 0.45%
Mineral County
Tax: $838/yr Rate: 0.46%
Hampshire County
Tax: $745/yr Rate: 0.36%
Brooke County
Tax: $690/yr Rate: 0.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pendleton County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pendleton County is $603 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.34% on a median home value of $178,600.
How does Pendleton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pendleton County are 69% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pendleton County? ▼
In Pendleton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $673 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $553. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pendleton County? ▼
Property taxes in Pendleton County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $61,738. 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.