23437 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 23437 (Suffolk, Virginia) pay a median of $3,161/year in property taxes on homes valued at $287,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.10%, which is 63% above the Virginia state average of 0.67%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 23437 is approximately $263, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Suffolk city. This is $918 more than the Virginia average of $2,243/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Virginia, 23437 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 23606 (1.11%) and 23703 (1.11%).

In Suffolk, property taxes represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $74,513, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Virginia has no state property tax — Suffolk city assessments are locally determined and do not automatically reset when you buy. Suffolk residents age 65+ or who are disabled may qualify for the Circuit Breaker program to reduce tax liability if income is below the threshold — contact the Suffolk Assessor's office to apply. File an assessment appeal with the Suffolk Assessor within 30 days of receiving your notice if the appraised value seems high.