Smyth County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 8,880.
The median annual property tax in Smyth County is $766, which is 61% lower than the Virginia state average and 60% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $125,800. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$766
-61% vs State
-60% vs US
Median Home Value
$125,800
-55% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
-9% vs State
-36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$872
$73/mo
Without Mortgage
$688
$57/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 | $766 +1.6% | 0.61% |
| 2022 | $754 +6.8% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $706 +0.1% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $705 +5.9% | 0.71% |
| 2019 | $666 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$46,859
per year
Monthly Tax
$64
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Rockbridge County
Tax: $1,432/yr Rate: 0.60%
Greene County
Tax: $2,009/yr Rate: 0.64%
Accomack County
Tax: $962/yr Rate: 0.50%
Dickenson County
Tax: $503/yr Rate: 0.50%
Grayson County
Tax: $820/yr Rate: 0.62%
Galax city
Tax: $962/yr Rate: 0.76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Smyth County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Smyth County is $766 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $125,800.
How does Smyth County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Smyth County are 60% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Smyth County? ▼
In Smyth County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $872 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $688. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Smyth County? ▼
Property taxes in Smyth County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $46,859. 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.