Wayne County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 12,046.
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $589, which is 16% lower than the West Virginia state average and 69% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $124,900. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$589
-16% vs State
-69% vs US
Median Home Value
$124,900
-11% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.47%
-6% vs State
-51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$876
$73/mo
Without Mortgage
$475
$40/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 | $589 -3.4% | 0.47% |
| 2022 | $610 +4.6% | 0.53% |
| 2021 | $583 -2.8% | 0.55% |
| 2020 | $600 +5.4% | 0.58% |
| 2019 | $569 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,539
per year
Monthly Tax
$49
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Tucker County
Tax: $511/yr Rate: 0.35%
Preston County
Tax: $747/yr Rate: 0.47%
Berkeley County
Tax: $1,353/yr Rate: 0.55%
Braxton County
Tax: $479/yr Rate: 0.45%
Pleasants County
Tax: $752/yr Rate: 0.58%
Gilmer County
Tax: $422/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wayne County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $589 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $124,900.
How does Wayne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County are 69% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
In Wayne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $876 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $475. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $55,539. 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.