23509 Property Tax Rate

Norfolk, Virginia · Part of Norfolk city

ACS 2019-2023 · Updated Dec 2024

Effective Tax Rate

1.02%

8.5% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$2,433

$203/mo escrow

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$2,433

Monthly

$203

Eff. Rate

1.02%

vs. Virginia Avg8.5% above
vs. National Avg9.6% below

How ZIP 23509 Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

ZIP 23509$2,433
Virginia Average$2,243
National Average$2,690

ZIP 23509

1.02%

Effective rate

Virginia Avg

0.67%

Effective rate

National Avg

1.10%

Effective rate

State Ranking

Property Tax Rank in Virginia

0.26%state avg 0.67%2.69%

Higher than 94% of ZIP codes in Virginia(94th percentile, 779 ZIPs compared)

Property Tax Analysis

Property Tax Insights for ZIP 23509

Property owners in ZIP code 23509 (Norfolk, Virginia) pay a median of $2,433/year in property taxes on homes valued at $238,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.02%, which is 51% above the Virginia state average of 0.67%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 23509 is approximately $203, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Norfolk city.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Virginia, 23509 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 22124 (1.02%) and 23507 (1.02%).

In Norfolk, property taxes represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $70,715, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Virginia has no state property tax — Norfolk city's higher effective rate (1.05%) reflects local policy; assessments do not reset at purchase. Norfolk qualifies for the state Circuit Breaker program for seniors 65+ and disabled residents with limited income; apply to the Norfolk Assessor to reduce your annual property tax. File a formal appeal with the Norfolk Assessor within 30 days of receiving your assessment notice if the valuation appears overstated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in ZIP code 23509?
The effective property tax rate in ZIP code 23509 (Norfolk, VA) is 1.02%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax payment by the median home value within this ZIP Code Tabulation Area (ZCTA), based on U.S. Census Bureau data.
How much are property taxes in Norfolk, VA (23509)?
The median annual property tax payment in ZIP code 23509 is $2,433. This figure represents the typical amount paid by homeowners in this area. Actual taxes vary based on your assessed property value and any applicable exemptions.
How does ZIP 23509 compare to the Virginia average?
ZIP code 23509's effective tax rate of 1.02% is higher than the Virginia state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in this ZIP is $2,433, compared to the state average of $2,243.
What is the median home value in ZIP 23509?
The median home value in ZIP code 23509 (Norfolk, VA) is $238,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates at the ZCTA level.
What county is ZIP code 23509 in?
ZIP code 23509 is part of Norfolk city in Virginia. For broader county-level property tax data, including comparisons with other counties in Virginia, visit the Norfolk city profile on TaxByCounty.

Margin of Error

The median property tax estimate for this ZIP code has a margin of error of ±$174. ZCTA-level data has wider margins than county-level estimates due to smaller sample sizes.

County-Level Data

ZIP code 23509 is part of Norfolk city, Virginia. View the full county profile for broader context and more data.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates (ZCTA level). ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) are Census approximations of USPS ZIP codes.

Estimates are informational only and should not be used as financial or legal advice.

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