Pleasants County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 2,288.
The median annual property tax in Pleasants County is $752, which is 8% higher than the West Virginia state average and 61% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $129,300. Property taxes represent 1.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$752
+8% vs State
-61% vs US
Median Home Value
$129,300
-8% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
+16% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$791
$66/mo
Without Mortgage
$699
$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 | $752 +8.2% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $695 -2.4% | 0.57% |
| 2021 | $712 +4.2% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $683 +5.9% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $645 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,038
per year
Monthly Tax
$63
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Brooke County
Tax: $690/yr Rate: 0.54%
Harrison County
Tax: $872/yr Rate: 0.55%
Ohio County
Tax: $970/yr Rate: 0.59%
Roane County
Tax: $538/yr Rate: 0.44%
Tyler County
Tax: $631/yr Rate: 0.56%
Raleigh County
Tax: $733/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pleasants County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pleasants County is $752 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $129,300.
How does Pleasants County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pleasants County are 61% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pleasants County? ▼
In Pleasants County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $791 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $699. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pleasants County? ▼
Property taxes in Pleasants County represent approximately 1.2% of the median household income of $61,038. 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.