Webster County, West Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for West Virginia. Population: 2,201.
The median annual property tax in Webster County is $303, which is 57% lower than the West Virginia state average and 84% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $78,000. Property taxes represent 0.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$303
-57% vs State
-84% vs US
Median Home Value
$78,000
-45% vs State
-63% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.39%
-22% vs State
-59% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$351
$29/mo
Without Mortgage
$279
$23/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 | $303 +1.0% | 0.39% |
| 2022 | $300 -6.0% | 0.36% |
| 2021 | $319 +11.5% | 0.42% |
| 2020 | $286 +11.7% | 0.39% |
| 2019 | $256 | 0.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
0.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$42,061
per year
Monthly Tax
$25
per month
Other Counties in West Virginia
Wyoming County
Tax: $344/yr Rate: 0.44%
Monongalia County
Tax: $1,232/yr Rate: 0.48%
Wood County
Tax: $943/yr Rate: 0.61%
McDowell County
Tax: $278/yr Rate: 0.57%
Calhoun County
Tax: $441/yr Rate: 0.40%
Wirt County
Tax: $602/yr Rate: 0.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Webster County, West Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Webster County is $303 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.39% on a median home value of $78,000.
How does Webster County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Webster County are 84% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Webster County? ▼
In Webster County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $351 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $279. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Webster County? ▼
Property taxes in Webster County represent approximately 0.7% of the median household income of $42,061. 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.