Putnam County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 18,824.
The median annual property tax in Putnam County is $1,235, which is 77% higher than the West Virginia state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $214,200. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,235
+77% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$214,200
+52% vs State
+1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
+16% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,460
$122/mo
Without Mortgage
$979
$82/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 | $1,235 +1.8% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $1,213 +9.4% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $1,109 +7.7% | 0.63% |
| 2020 | $1,030 +2.2% | 0.59% |
| 2019 | $1,008 | 0.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,871
per year
Monthly Tax
$103
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Tucker County
Tax: $511/yr Rate: 0.35%
Raleigh County
Tax: $733/yr Rate: 0.51%
Summers County
Tax: $384/yr Rate: 0.30%
Wayne County
Tax: $589/yr Rate: 0.47%
Monongalia County
Tax: $1,232/yr Rate: 0.48%
Gilmer County
Tax: $422/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Putnam County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Putnam County is $1,235 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $214,200.
How does Putnam County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Putnam County are 36% 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 Putnam County? ▼
In Putnam County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,460 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $979. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Putnam County? ▼
Property taxes in Putnam County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $77,871. 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.