Rockbridge County Property Taxes

Rockbridge County, Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

26.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$119/mo escrow

#56 of 133 counties in Virginia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.60%

vs. Virginia Avg26.9% below
vs. National Avg46.8% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$238,700

State avg $278,065

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,483

$124/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,365

$114/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#56

of 133 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Rockbridge County, Virginia

Rockbridge County taxes below national

At 0.600%, Rockbridge County's effective property tax rate falls below the national median of 0.76%, placing it in the bottom 35% of U.S. counties. The median property tax of $1,432 is substantially less than the national median of $2,690.

Below-average taxes for Virginia

Rockbridge County's 0.600% effective rate sits below Virginia's state average of 0.671%, ranking it in the lower half of Virginia's 133 jurisdictions. County residents enjoy a lighter tax load than the typical Virginian.

Competitive rates in the region

Rockbridge County's 0.600% rate compares favorably to nearby Richmond County (0.555%) and beats Roanoke County (0.875%) and Roanoke city (1.013%). The county offers reasonable tax rates for rural Virginia.

Around $1,430 annually for median home

On a median home valued at $238,700, Rockbridge County homeowners pay approximately $1,432 in annual property taxes. Those with mortgages pay $1,483, while homeowners without mortgages pay $1,365.

Assessment accuracy protects your wallet

Even in a relatively low-tax county like Rockbridge, some homeowners may discover they're overassessed. Filing an appeal if your valuation seems high could unlock additional savings.

How Rockbridge County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Rockbridge County$1,432
Virginia State Average$1,960
National Average$1,924

Rockbridge County

0.60%

Effective rate

Virginia Avg

0.70%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Rockbridge County, Virginia?
The effective property tax rate in Rockbridge County, Virginia is 0.60%. 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 Rockbridge County?
The median annual property tax payment in Rockbridge County is $1,432. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,483, while those without a mortgage pay $1,365.
How does Rockbridge County compare to the Virginia average?
Rockbridge County's effective tax rate of 0.60% is lower than the Virginia state average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax in Rockbridge County is $1,432, compared to the state average of $1,960.
What is the median home value in Rockbridge County, Virginia?
The median home value in Rockbridge County, Virginia is $238,700, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Rockbridge County a low property tax area in Virginia?
Yes — Rockbridge County's effective property tax rate of 0.60% is below the Virginia average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax of $1,432 is also lower the state average of $1,960, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Rockbridge County rank for property taxes in Virginia?
Rockbridge County ranks #56 out of 133 counties in Virginia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.60% and median annual tax of $1,432, it falls in the middle 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.