Lunenburg County Property Taxes

Lunenburg County, Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

67.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$53/mo escrow

#6 of 133 counties in Virginia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.44%

vs. Virginia Avg67.6% below
vs. National Avg76.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$145,500

State avg $278,065

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$695

$58/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$579

$48/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#6

of 133 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lunenburg County, Virginia

Lunenburg taxes rank among nation's lowest

With an effective tax rate of 0.436%, Lunenburg County's property taxes are less than one-third the national median of $2,690 annually. This places the county in roughly the bottom 20% nationally—meaning homeowners here pay significantly less than most Americans on comparable properties.

Virginia's second-least taxed county

Lunenburg's 0.436% effective rate ranks second-lowest among all Virginia counties, well below the state average of 0.671%. Only a handful of Virginia jurisdictions offer lower property tax rates than Lunenburg.

Among region's most tax-friendly

Compared to neighboring Mecklenburg County (0.488%) and Madison County (0.594%), Lunenburg charges less. However, the region spans a wide range: nearby Lynchburg city charges 0.840%, nearly double Lunenburg's rate.

Median annual tax: $635

With a median home value of $145,500 and a 0.436% effective rate, the typical Lunenburg homeowner pays about $635 per year in property taxes. That translates to roughly $53 monthly—among the lowest in the nation.

Don't leave money on the table

Even in low-tax counties like Lunenburg, many homeowners are overassessed by local appraisers. Homeowners have the right to appeal their assessments if they believe the valuation is inaccurate—potentially saving hundreds annually.

How Lunenburg County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lunenburg County$635
Virginia State Average$1,960
National Average$1,924

Lunenburg County

0.44%

Effective rate

Virginia Avg

0.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lunenburg County, Virginia?
The effective property tax rate in Lunenburg County, Virginia is 0.44%. 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 Lunenburg County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lunenburg County is $635. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $695, while those without a mortgage pay $579.
How does Lunenburg County compare to the Virginia average?
Lunenburg County's effective tax rate of 0.44% is lower than the Virginia state average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax in Lunenburg County is $635, compared to the state average of $1,960.
What is the median home value in Lunenburg County, Virginia?
The median home value in Lunenburg County, Virginia is $145,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lunenburg County a low property tax area in Virginia?
Yes — Lunenburg County's effective property tax rate of 0.44% is below the Virginia average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax of $635 is also lower the state average of $1,960, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lunenburg County rank for property taxes in Virginia?
Lunenburg County ranks #6 out of 133 counties in Virginia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.44% and median annual tax of $635, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

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.