10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Virginia
If you are comparing property taxes across Virginia, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Manassas Park city, comes in at 1.14% — 0.39% higher than the Virginia average (0.74%). The statewide effective rate is 0.74%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manassas Park city | 1.14% | $4,329 | $381,200 |
| 2 | Manassas city | 1.10% | $4,766 | $434,700 |
| 3 | Portsmouth city | 1.07% | $2,452 | $229,400 |
| 4 | Newport News city | 1.03% | $2,507 | $243,300 |
| 5 | Roanoke city | 1.01% | $1,828 | $180,500 |
| 6 | Fairfax County | 1.01% | $7,072 | $699,700 |
| 7 | Norfolk city | 1.01% | $2,738 | $271,900 |
| 8 | Falls Church city | 0.99% | $10,001 | $1,005,400 |
| 9 | Alexandria city | 0.99% | $6,879 | $696,800 |
| 10 | Prince William County | 0.98% | $4,910 | $500,600 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Virginia often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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