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Wood County

Wood County, West Virginia

Effective Tax Rate

0.61%

Median Annual Tax

$943

How Wood County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Wood County$943
West Virginia State Average$699
National Average$1,924

Wood County

0.61%

Effective rate

West Virginia Avg

0.50%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,065

per year

Without Mortgage

$825

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$943

Monthly Escrow

$79

Effective Rate

0.61%

vs. West Virginia State Average▲ 34.9% above
vs. National Average▼ 64.9% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Wood County, West Virginia?
The effective property tax rate in Wood County, West Virginia is 0.61%. 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 Wood County?
The median annual property tax payment in Wood County is $943. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,065, while those without a mortgage pay $825.
How does Wood County compare to the West Virginia average?
Wood County's effective tax rate of 0.61% is higher than the West Virginia state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Wood County is $943, compared to the state average of $699.
What is the median home value in Wood County, West Virginia?
The median home value in Wood County, West Virginia is $153,700, 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

Marion County(WV)

Rate0.60%
Median Tax$989

Hancock County(WV)

Rate0.63%
Median Tax$752

Cabell County(WV)

Rate0.63%
Median Tax$989

Ohio County(WV)

Rate0.59%
Median Tax$970
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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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