Westmoreland County, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 6,348.
The median annual property tax in Westmoreland County is $1,506, which is 23% lower than the Virginia state average and 22% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $244,000. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,506
-23% vs State
-22% vs US
Median Home Value
$244,000
-12% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
-7% vs State
-35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,564
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,463
$122/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 | $1,506 -8.4% | 0.62% |
| 2022 | $1,645 +26.2% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $1,303 +2.0% | 0.62% |
| 2020 | $1,277 +6.5% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $1,199 | 0.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,766
per year
Monthly Tax
$126
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Lexington city
Tax: $2,378/yr Rate: 0.86%
Caroline County
Tax: $1,585/yr Rate: 0.56%
Orange County
Tax: $2,048/yr Rate: 0.61%
Smyth County
Tax: $766/yr Rate: 0.61%
Roanoke County
Tax: $2,340/yr Rate: 0.88%
Lunenburg County
Tax: $635/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Westmoreland County, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Westmoreland County is $1,506 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $244,000.
How does Westmoreland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Westmoreland County are 22% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Westmoreland County? ▼
In Westmoreland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,564 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,463. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Westmoreland County? ▼
Property taxes in Westmoreland County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $59,766. 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.