Randolph County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 8,009.
The median annual property tax in Randolph County is $539, which is 23% lower than the West Virginia state average and 72% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $137,800. Property taxes represent 1.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$539
-23% vs State
-72% vs US
Median Home Value
$137,800
-2% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.39%
-22% vs State
-59% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$608
$51/mo
Without Mortgage
$499
$42/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 | $539 +5.1% | 0.39% |
| 2022 | $513 +1.6% | 0.40% |
| 2021 | $505 +0.6% | 0.43% |
| 2020 | $502 +0.4% | 0.43% |
| 2019 | $500 | 0.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,057
per year
Monthly Tax
$45
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Mercer County
Tax: $589/yr Rate: 0.50%
Jackson County
Tax: $871/yr Rate: 0.56%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,145/yr Rate: 0.51%
Lincoln County
Tax: $494/yr Rate: 0.48%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,235/yr Rate: 0.58%
Lewis County
Tax: $639/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Randolph County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Randolph County is $539 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $137,800.
How does Randolph County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Randolph County are 72% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Randolph County? ▼
In Randolph County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $608 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $499. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Randolph County? ▼
Property taxes in Randolph County represent approximately 1.0% of the median household income of $55,057. 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.