Roanoke city, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 22,452.
The median annual property tax in Roanoke city is $1,828, which is 7% lower than the Virginia state average and 5% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $180,500. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,828
-7% vs State
-5% vs US
Median Home Value
$180,500
-35% vs State
-15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.01%
+51% vs State
+6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,888
$157/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,742
$145/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 | $1,828 +6.9% | 1.01% |
| 2022 | $1,710 +7.8% | 1.06% |
| 2021 | $1,586 +8.7% | 1.13% |
| 2020 | $1,459 +4.2% | 1.08% |
| 2019 | $1,400 | 1.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,671
per year
Monthly Tax
$152
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
New Kent County
Tax: $2,523/yr Rate: 0.68%
Accomack County
Tax: $962/yr Rate: 0.50%
Fluvanna County
Tax: $1,835/yr Rate: 0.65%
Shenandoah County
Tax: $1,451/yr Rate: 0.55%
Richmond city
Tax: $2,834/yr Rate: 0.86%
Danville city
Tax: $743/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Roanoke city, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Roanoke city is $1,828 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $180,500.
How does Roanoke city property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Roanoke city are 5% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.01% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Roanoke city? ▼
In Roanoke city, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,888 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,742. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Roanoke city? ▼
Property taxes in Roanoke city represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $52,671. 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.