Braxton County

Braxton County, West Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.45%

Median Annual Tax

$479

How Braxton County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Braxton County$479

West Virginia State Average$699

National Average$1,924

Braxton County

0.45%

Effective rate

West Virginia Avg

0.50%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$594

per year

Without Mortgage

$433

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$479

Monthly Escrow

$40

Effective Rate

0.45%

vs. West Virginia State Average▼ 31.5% below

vs. National Average▼ 82.2% below

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Braxton County, West Virginia?

The effective property tax rate in Braxton County, West Virginia is 0.45%. 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 Braxton County?

The median annual property tax payment in Braxton County is $479. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $594, while those without a mortgage pay $433.

How does Braxton County compare to the West Virginia average?

Braxton County's effective tax rate of 0.45% is lower than the West Virginia state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Braxton County is $479, compared to the state average of $699.

What is the median home value in Braxton County, West Virginia?

The median home value in Braxton County, West Virginia is $106,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

How are property taxes calculated in West Virginia?

Property taxes in West 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.

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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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