Albemarle County

Albemarle County, Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.74%

Median Annual Tax

$3,482

How Albemarle County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Albemarle County$3,482

Virginia State Average$1,960

National Average$1,924

Albemarle County

0.74%

Effective rate

Virginia Avg

0.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,395

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,664

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$3,482

Monthly Escrow

$290

Effective Rate

0.74%

vs. Virginia State Average▲ 77.7% above

vs. National Average▲ 29.4% above

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Albemarle County, Virginia?

The effective property tax rate in Albemarle County, Virginia is 0.74%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.

How much are property taxes in Albemarle County?

The median annual property tax payment in Albemarle County is $3,482. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,395, while those without a mortgage pay $3,664.

How does Albemarle County compare to the Virginia average?

Albemarle County's effective tax rate of 0.74% is higher than the Virginia state average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax in Albemarle County is $3,482, compared to the state average of $1,960.

What is the median home value in Albemarle County, Virginia?

The median home value in Albemarle County, Virginia is $471,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

How are property taxes calculated in Virginia?

Property taxes in Virginia are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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