McDowell County, WV property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in McDowell County is 0.57%, above the West Virginia median of 0.54% and below the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $278 a year on a home worth $49,200.
- Effective rate
- 0.57%
- Median annual bill
- $278
- Median home value
- $49,200
- Rank in West Virginia
- 14of 55
Estimated annual bill by home value
| Home value | Estimated bill | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $1,140 | $95 |
| $300,000 | $1,710 | $142 |
| $400,000 | $2,280 | $190 |
| $500,000 | $2,850 | $238 |
| $750,000 | $4,275 | $356 |
| $1,000,000 | $5,700 | $475 |
McDowell County compared with West Virginia and the US
| Area | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDowell County | 0.57% | $278 | $49,200 |
| West Virginia median | 0.54% | $835 | $155,600 |
| United States median | 0.98% | $2,969 | n/a |
Rates and medians: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-year estimates, tables B25103 and B25077. Effective rate is median taxes paid divided by median owner-occupied home value.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in McDowell County, WV?
The median effective property tax rate in McDowell County is 0.57% of home value, above the West Virginia median of 0.54% and below the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $278 a year on a median home value of $49,200 (Census ACS 2023 5-year).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 house in McDowell County?
About $2,280 per year at the county's median effective rate of 0.57%, before exemptions. The exact bill depends on the city, school district and special districts that serve the parcel, so treat this as a planning estimate.
How does McDowell County compare with the rest of West Virginia?
McDowell County ranks 14 of 55 West Virginia counties by effective rate. The West Virginia median is 0.54% and the median bill is $835.