22601 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 22601 (Winchester, Virginia) pay a median of $2,444/year in property taxes on homes valued at $321,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.76%, which is 13% above the Virginia state average of 0.67%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 22601 is approximately $204, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Winchester city. This is $201 more than the Virginia average of $2,243/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Virginia, 22601 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 23237 (0.76%) and 20187 (0.76%).

In Winchester, property taxes represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $66,542, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Virginia has no state property tax — Winchester city assesses and collects local taxes only, with no reassessment penalty at sale beyond the city's standard valuation process. Winchester offers a circuit breaker tax relief program for seniors and disabled residents, as well as a Land Use Taxation classification for agricultural property — apply with the City of Winchester Assessor if you meet income and age requirements. File your exemption request with the City of Winchester Assessor within 30 days of closing to ensure correct tax classification.