Taylor County Property Taxes

Taylor County, West Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

8.6% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$63/mo escrow

#33 of 55 counties in West Virginia

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.53%

vs. West Virginia Avg8.6% above
vs. National Avg71.8% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$144,000

State avg $141,022

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$951

$79/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$523

$44/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#33

of 55 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Taylor County, West Virginia

Taylor's rate edges above U.S. average

Taylor County's 0.527% effective tax rate slightly exceeds the national median of 0.73%—no, that's incorrect; let me revise: it sits modestly above some national comparisons but below many high-tax states. The median annual tax of $759 remains less than one-third the national median of $2,690, reflecting lower property values nationwide.

Above average within West Virginia

Taylor County's 0.527% rate ranks it above West Virginia's state average of 0.497%, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the state's counties. The median tax of $759 also exceeds the state median of $699, indicating a moderately higher tax burden regionally.

Moderately high for the area

Taylor's 0.527% rate exceeds Raleigh (0.514%), Roane (0.444%), and Summers (0.304%), but trails Ritchie (0.649%). Within the eight-county region, it ranks in the upper half, closer to the higher-tax end than the lower.

Expect $759 annually

On a median home value of $144,000, Taylor County residents pay approximately $759 per year in property tax. With mortgage costs added, the annual burden reaches $951; without a mortgage, the base tax is $523.

Challenge inflated assessments

Taylor County homeowners should verify their assessed values against recent comparable sales in the area, as overassessment is often overlooked. If your property's assessed value appears excessive, filing an appeal with the county could reduce your annual tax obligation.

How Taylor County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Taylor County$759
West Virginia State Average$699
National Average$1,924

Taylor County

0.53%

Effective rate

West Virginia Avg

0.50%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Taylor County, West Virginia?
The effective property tax rate in Taylor County, West Virginia is 0.53%. 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 Taylor County?
The median annual property tax payment in Taylor County is $759. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $951, while those without a mortgage pay $523.
How does Taylor County compare to the West Virginia average?
Taylor County's effective tax rate of 0.53% is higher than the West Virginia state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Taylor County is $759, compared to the state average of $699.
What is the median home value in Taylor County, West Virginia?
The median home value in Taylor County, West Virginia is $144,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Taylor County property tax rate higher than the West Virginia average?
Taylor County's effective property tax rate of 0.53% is higher than the West Virginia average of 0.50%. This difference of 0.03% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Taylor County rank for property taxes in West Virginia?
Taylor County ranks #33 out of 55 counties in West Virginia by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.53% and median annual tax of $759, 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.