Stafford County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 41,472.
The median annual property tax in Stafford County is $3,301, which is 68% higher than the Virginia state average and 72% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $458,800. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,301
+68% vs State
+72% vs US
Median Home Value
$458,800
+65% vs State
+117% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
+7% vs State
-24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,385
$282/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,983
$249/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 | $3,301 +3.1% | 0.72% |
| 2022 | $3,201 +5.9% | 0.74% |
| 2021 | $3,024 +4.0% | 0.82% |
| 2020 | $2,909 +2.1% | 0.82% |
| 2019 | $2,848 | 0.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$133,792
per year
Monthly Tax
$275
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Cumberland County
Tax: $1,398/yr Rate: 0.64%
Henry County
Tax: $604/yr Rate: 0.50%
Fredericksburg city
Tax: $2,853/yr Rate: 0.62%
Gloucester County
Tax: $1,718/yr Rate: 0.59%
Frederick County
Tax: $1,807/yr Rate: 0.51%
Powhatan County
Tax: $2,418/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Stafford County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Stafford County is $3,301 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.72% on a median home value of $458,800.
How does Stafford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Stafford County are 72% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.72% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Stafford County? ▼
In Stafford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,385 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,983. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Stafford County? ▼
Property taxes in Stafford County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $133,792. 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.