Rockingham County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 24,093.
The median annual property tax in Rockingham County is $1,532, which is 22% lower than the Virginia state average and 20% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $287,900. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,532
-22% vs State
-20% vs US
Median Home Value
$287,900
+4% vs State
+36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.53%
-21% vs State
-44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,600
$133/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,462
$122/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 | $1,532 +3.9% | 0.53% |
| 2022 | $1,474 +8.5% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $1,359 +4.0% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $1,307 +3.2% | 0.60% |
| 2019 | $1,266 | 0.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,468
per year
Monthly Tax
$128
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Lexington city
Tax: $2,378/yr Rate: 0.86%
Wise County
Tax: $658/yr Rate: 0.56%
Botetourt County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 0.65%
Covington city
Tax: $629/yr Rate: 0.78%
Bedford County
Tax: $1,265/yr Rate: 0.46%
Culpeper County
Tax: $2,119/yr Rate: 0.55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rockingham County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rockingham County is $1,532 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $287,900.
How does Rockingham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rockingham County are 20% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rockingham County? ▼
In Rockingham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,600 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,462. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rockingham County? ▼
Property taxes in Rockingham County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $78,468. 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.