Spotsylvania County Property Taxes

Spotsylvania County, Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

15.5% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$189/mo escrow

#58 of 133 counties in Virginia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.60%

vs. Virginia Avg15.5% above
vs. National Avg15.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$375,000

State avg $278,065

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,304

$192/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$2,107

$176/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#58

of 133 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Spotsylvania County, Virginia

Spotsylvania taxes run below U.S. median

Spotsylvania County's effective tax rate of 0.604% remains well below the national median property tax of $2,690 on a $281,900 median home. At this rate, the typical U.S. homeowner's house would cost just $1,703 to tax annually in Spotsylvania—about 37% savings versus the national norm.

Below Virginia average, strong home values

Spotsylvania County's 0.604% effective rate sits about 10% below Virginia's 0.671% state average, and the median property tax of $2,263 slightly exceeds the state median of $1,960. This reflects Spotsylvania's higher home values ($375,000 median) driven by proximity to Richmond and growing suburban demand.

Lowest rate in northern Virginia region

Spotsylvania County's 0.604% rate undercuts Stafford County (0.720%) and Staunton city (0.709%), the region's other major population centers. Despite higher home values than rural neighbors, Spotsylvania maintains a competitive tax position for its growing suburban market.

Median Spotsylvania tax is $2,263 yearly

With a median home value of $375,000, Spotsylvania County homeowners pay approximately $2,263 annually in property taxes. With a mortgage, that rises to $2,304; without one, it drops to $2,107—making taxes moderate relative to home values in this expanding suburb.

Check your valuation; appeals are free

Even in fairly assessed counties, some homes drift above true market value during rapid growth periods like Spotsylvania's suburban expansion. A free appeal to Spotsylvania County's assessor can confirm your home's worth and potentially recover thousands in annual savings.

How Spotsylvania County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Spotsylvania County$2,263
Virginia State Average$1,960
National Average$1,924

Spotsylvania 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 Spotsylvania County, Virginia?
The effective property tax rate in Spotsylvania 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 Spotsylvania County?
The median annual property tax payment in Spotsylvania County is $2,263. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,304, while those without a mortgage pay $2,107.
How does Spotsylvania County compare to the Virginia average?
Spotsylvania County's effective tax rate of 0.60% is lower than the Virginia state average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax in Spotsylvania County is $2,263, compared to the state average of $1,960.
What is the median home value in Spotsylvania County, Virginia?
The median home value in Spotsylvania County, Virginia is $375,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Spotsylvania County a low property tax area in Virginia?
Yes — Spotsylvania County's effective property tax rate of 0.60% is below the Virginia average of 0.70%. The median annual property tax of $2,263 is also comparable to the state average of $1,960, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Spotsylvania County rank for property taxes in Virginia?
Spotsylvania County ranks #58 out of 133 counties in Virginia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.60% and median annual tax of $2,263, 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.