22578 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 22578 (White Stone, Virginia) pay a median of $2,130/year in property taxes on homes valued at $482,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.44%, which is 34% below the Virginia state average of 0.67%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 22578 is approximately $178, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lancaster County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Virginia, 22578 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 24588 (0.44%) and 22714 (0.44%).

In White Stone, property taxes represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $80,938, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Virginia has no state property tax — Lancaster County assesses and collects local taxes only, with no reassessment penalty at sale beyond standard county valuation. Lancaster County offers a circuit breaker tax relief program for seniors and disabled residents, plus a Land Use Taxation classification for agricultural property — apply with the Lancaster County Assessor if you qualify by income and age. File exemption applications with the Lancaster County Assessor within 30 days of closing to ensure correct property assessment.