23139 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 23139 (Powhatan, Virginia) pay a median of $2,353/year in property taxes on homes valued at $370,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.64%, which is 6% below the Virginia state average of 0.67%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 23139 is approximately $196, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Powhatan County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Virginia, 23139 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 22842 (0.64%) and 24161 (0.64%).

In Powhatan, property taxes represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $109,231, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Virginia has no state property tax — Powhatan County assessments are determined locally and carry no automatic reset at purchase. Powhatan County offers a Circuit Breaker exemption for seniors 65+ and disabled residents meeting income limits, reducing property tax burden significantly — contact the Powhatan County Assessor to confirm current income caps and file by the county deadline. Request a copy of your property assessment from the Powhatan County Assessor's office and file a formal appeal if the assessed value exceeds recent market comparables.