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Nelson County

Nelson County, Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.54%

Median Annual Tax

$1,517

How Nelson County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Nelson County$1,517
Virginia State Average$1,960
National Average$1,924

Nelson County

0.54%

Effective rate

Virginia Avg

0.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,636

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,381

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,517

Monthly Escrow

$126

Effective Rate

0.54%

vs. Virginia State Average▼ 22.6% below
vs. National Average▼ 43.6% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Nelson County, Virginia?
The effective property tax rate in Nelson County, Virginia is 0.54%. 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 Nelson County?
The median annual property tax payment in Nelson County is $1,517. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,636, while those without a mortgage pay $1,381.
How does Nelson County compare to the Virginia average?
Nelson County's effective tax rate of 0.54% is lower than the Virginia state average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax in Nelson County is $1,517, compared to the state average of $1,960.
What is the median home value in Nelson County, Virginia?
The median home value in Nelson County, Virginia is $283,000, 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.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Russell County(VA)

Rate0.54%
Median Tax$644

Franklin County(VA)

Rate0.53%
Median Tax$1,188

Rockingham County(VA)

Rate0.53%
Median Tax$1,532

Appomattox County(VA)

Rate0.53%
Median Tax$1,006
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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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