Property tax in Virginia: rates, averages, and deductions
State averages from Census ACS, deduction data from IRS SOI, and county rankings below.
Avg property tax
$1,894
annual, median
Avg home value
$261,678
Avg mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
% claiming mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
Highest property tax counties
- 1.Falls Church city$10,001
- 2.Arlington County$7,427
- 3.Fairfax County$6,843
- 4.Alexandria city$6,555
- 5.Fairfax city$6,115
- 6.Loudoun County$6,004
- 7.Prince William County$4,736
- 8.Manassas city$4,483
- 9.Manassas Park city$4,462
- 10.Fauquier County$4,050
Lowest property tax counties
- 1.Buchanan County$415
- 2.Dickenson County$473
- 3.Lee County$574
- 4.Henry County$579
- 5.Lunenburg County$597
- 6.Russell County$638
- 7.Covington city$643
- 8.Wise County$646
- 9.Halifax County$662
- 10.Brunswick County$673
Frequently asked questions
What is the average property tax in Virginia?
Census ACS median property tax in Virginia is around $1,894 per year. Effective rate varies by county.
Can I deduct property taxes on my federal return?
The SALT deduction (state and local taxes, including property tax) is capped under current federal law. IRS SOI shows the average Virginia filer who claimed the property tax deduction took not yet imported.
Can I appeal my property tax assessment?
Yes in every state, though the process varies. Start with your county assessor's website for timelines and grounds for appeal. A successful appeal reduces your assessed value and the tax bill that flows from it.
Data sources
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