Sussex County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 2,567.
The median annual property tax in Sussex County is $966, which is 51% lower than the Virginia state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $178,500. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$966
-51% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$178,500
-36% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.54%
-19% vs State
-43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,084
$90/mo
Without Mortgage
$785
$65/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 | $966 +9.0% | 0.54% |
| 2022 | $886 +12.7% | 0.59% |
| 2021 | $786 +5.2% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $747 +0.9% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $740 | 0.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,821
per year
Monthly Tax
$81
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
King George County
Tax: $2,221/yr Rate: 0.56%
Chesapeake city
Tax: $2,937/yr Rate: 0.82%
Petersburg city
Tax: $1,449/yr Rate: 0.92%
Giles County
Tax: $907/yr Rate: 0.63%
Rockbridge County
Tax: $1,432/yr Rate: 0.60%
Goochland County
Tax: $2,418/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sussex County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sussex County is $966 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.54% on a median home value of $178,500.
How does Sussex County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sussex County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sussex County? ▼
In Sussex County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,084 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $785. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sussex County? ▼
Property taxes in Sussex County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $62,821. 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.