Winchester city, Virginia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Virginia. Population: 4,711.
The median annual property tax in Winchester city is $2,505, which is 28% higher than the Virginia state average and 30% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $325,900. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,505
+28% vs State
+30% vs US
Median Home Value
$325,900
+17% vs State
+54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.77%
+15% vs State
-19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,595
$216/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,403
$200/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 | $2,505 +4.8% | 0.77% |
| 2022 | $2,391 +5.9% | 0.80% |
| 2021 | $2,258 +5.3% | 0.84% |
| 2020 | $2,144 +8.3% | 0.87% |
| 2019 | $1,980 | 0.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,648
per year
Monthly Tax
$209
per month
Other Counties in Virginia
Williamsburg city
Tax: $2,265/yr Rate: 0.58%
Fairfax city
Tax: $6,392/yr Rate: 0.94%
Page County
Tax: $1,489/yr Rate: 0.67%
Carroll County
Tax: $861/yr Rate: 0.60%
Nottoway County
Tax: $756/yr Rate: 0.42%
Essex County
Tax: $1,312/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Winchester city, Virginia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Winchester city is $2,505 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.77% on a median home value of $325,900.
How does Winchester city property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Winchester city are 30% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Winchester city? ▼
In Winchester city, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,595 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,403. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Winchester city? ▼
Property taxes in Winchester city represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $64,648. 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.