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Amherst County

Amherst County, Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.51%

Median Annual Tax

$997

How Amherst County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Amherst County$997
Virginia State Average$1,960
National Average$1,924

Amherst County

0.51%

Effective rate

Virginia Avg

0.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,056

per year

Without Mortgage

$940

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$997

Monthly Escrow

$83

Effective Rate

0.51%

vs. Virginia State Average▼ 49.1% below
vs. National Average▼ 62.9% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Amherst County, Virginia?
The effective property tax rate in Amherst County, Virginia is 0.51%. 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 Amherst County?
The median annual property tax payment in Amherst County is $997. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,056, while those without a mortgage pay $940.
How does Amherst County compare to the Virginia average?
Amherst County's effective tax rate of 0.51% is lower than the Virginia state average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax in Amherst County is $997, compared to the state average of $1,960.
What is the median home value in Amherst County, Virginia?
The median home value in Amherst County, Virginia is $197,200, 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.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Frederick County(VA)

Rate0.51%
Median Tax$1,807

Henry County(VA)

Rate0.50%
Median Tax$604

Goochland County(VA)

Rate0.50%
Median Tax$2,418

Clarke County(VA)

Rate0.51%
Median Tax$2,757
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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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