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Monongalia County

Monongalia County, West Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.48%

Median Annual Tax

$1,232

How Monongalia County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Monongalia County$1,232
West Virginia State Average$699
National Average$1,924

Monongalia County

0.48%

Effective rate

West Virginia Avg

0.50%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,348

per year

Without Mortgage

$993

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,232

Monthly Escrow

$103

Effective Rate

0.48%

vs. West Virginia State Average▲ 76.3% above
vs. National Average▼ 54.2% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Monongalia County, West Virginia?
The effective property tax rate in Monongalia County, West Virginia is 0.48%. 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 Monongalia County?
The median annual property tax payment in Monongalia County is $1,232. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,348, while those without a mortgage pay $993.
How does Monongalia County compare to the West Virginia average?
Monongalia County's effective tax rate of 0.48% is lower than the West Virginia state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Monongalia County is $1,232, compared to the state average of $699.
What is the median home value in Monongalia County, West Virginia?
The median home value in Monongalia County, West Virginia is $254,200, 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.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Nicholas County(WV)

Rate0.48%
Median Tax$550

Lincoln County(WV)

Rate0.48%
Median Tax$494

Monroe County(WV)

Rate0.48%
Median Tax$698

Preston County(WV)

Rate0.47%
Median Tax$747
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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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