Roanoke County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 29,919.
The median annual property tax in Roanoke County is $2,340, which is 19% higher than the Virginia state average and 22% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $267,300. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,340
+19% vs State
+22% vs US
Median Home Value
$267,300
-4% vs State
+26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
+31% vs State
-7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,336
$195/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,344
$195/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 | $2,340 +6.5% | 0.88% |
| 2022 | $2,198 +10.2% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,994 +3.4% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $1,929 +0.9% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $1,911 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,931
per year
Monthly Tax
$195
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Martinsville city
Tax: $746/yr Rate: 0.81%
Carroll County
Tax: $861/yr Rate: 0.60%
Salem city
Tax: $2,232/yr Rate: 0.91%
Surry County
Tax: $1,474/yr Rate: 0.63%
Shenandoah County
Tax: $1,451/yr Rate: 0.55%
Danville city
Tax: $743/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Roanoke County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Roanoke County is $2,340 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $267,300.
How does Roanoke County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Roanoke County are 22% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.88% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Roanoke County? ▼
In Roanoke County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,336 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,344. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Roanoke County? ▼
Property taxes in Roanoke County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $82,931. 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.