Richmond County Property Taxes

Richmond County, Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

39.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$99/mo escrow

#39 of 133 counties in Virginia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.55%

vs. Virginia Avg39.4% below
vs. National Avg55.8% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$214,200

State avg $278,065

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,244

$104/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,141

$95/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#39

of 133 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Richmond County, Virginia

Richmond County taxes well below national

At 0.555%, Richmond County's effective property tax rate ranks below the national median of 0.76%, placing it in the bottom 30% of U.S. counties for tax burden. The median property tax of $1,188 is less than half the national median of $2,690.

Among Virginia's lowest-taxed counties

Richmond County's 0.555% effective rate places it below Virginia's state average of 0.671%, ranking it in the bottom third of Virginia's 133 jurisdictions. County residents enjoy substantially lighter tax obligations than the typical Virginian.

Most affordable taxes in the region

Richmond County's 0.555% rate beats nearby Rockbridge County (0.600%) and stands well below urban centers like Richmond city (0.864%) and Roanoke (1.013%). This rural county offers some of the region's lowest property tax rates.

Under $1,200 annually for median home

On a median home valued at $214,200, Richmond County homeowners pay approximately $1,188 in annual property taxes. This is among the lowest tax burdens in Virginia, making the county attractive for tax-conscious homebuyers.

Check your assessment for accuracy

Even in low-tax Richmond County, some homeowners may be overassessed and eligible for tax appeals. Reviewing your property valuation could identify additional savings opportunities.

How Richmond County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Richmond County$1,188
Virginia State Average$1,960
National Average$1,924

Richmond County

0.55%

Effective rate

Virginia Avg

0.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Richmond County, Virginia?
The effective property tax rate in Richmond County, Virginia is 0.55%. 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 Richmond County?
The median annual property tax payment in Richmond County is $1,188. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,244, while those without a mortgage pay $1,141.
How does Richmond County compare to the Virginia average?
Richmond County's effective tax rate of 0.55% is lower than the Virginia state average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax in Richmond County is $1,188, compared to the state average of $1,960.
What is the median home value in Richmond County, Virginia?
The median home value in Richmond County, Virginia is $214,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Richmond County a low property tax area in Virginia?
Yes — Richmond County's effective property tax rate of 0.55% is below the Virginia average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax of $1,188 is also lower the state average of $1,960, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Richmond County rank for property taxes in Virginia?
Richmond County ranks #39 out of 133 counties in Virginia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.55% and median annual tax of $1,188, 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.