23608 Property Tax Rate

Newport News, Virginia · Part of Newport News city

ACS 2019-2023 · Updated Dec 2024

Effective Tax Rate

0.99%

7.3% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$2,407

$201/mo escrow

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$2,407

Monthly

$201

Eff. Rate

0.99%

vs. Virginia Avg7.3% above
vs. National Avg10.5% below

How ZIP 23608 Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

ZIP 23608$2,407
Virginia Average$2,243
National Average$2,690

ZIP 23608

0.99%

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 90% of ZIP codes in Virginia(90th percentile, 779 ZIPs compared)

Property Tax Analysis

Property Tax Insights for ZIP 23608

Property owners in ZIP code 23608 (Newport News, Virginia) pay a median of $2,407/year in property taxes on homes valued at $243,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.99%, which is 47% above the Virginia state average of 0.67%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 23608 is approximately $201, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Newport News city.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Virginia, 23608 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 24013 (0.99%) and 22312 (0.99%).

In Newport News, property taxes represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $67,556, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Virginia has no state property tax — Newport News city assessments are set locally and do not automatically adjust upon sale. Newport News residents age 65+ or those with disabilities may qualify for the Circuit Breaker tax relief program if income meets the limit — contact the Newport News Assessor for application and filing details. Submit an assessment appeal to the Newport News Assessor within 30 days if you believe your property's valuation is too high.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in ZIP code 23608?
The effective property tax rate in ZIP code 23608 (Newport News, VA) is 0.99%. 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 Newport News, VA (23608)?
The median annual property tax payment in ZIP code 23608 is $2,407. 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 23608 compare to the Virginia average?
ZIP code 23608's effective tax rate of 0.99% is higher than the Virginia state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in this ZIP is $2,407, compared to the state average of $2,243.
What is the median home value in ZIP 23608?
The median home value in ZIP code 23608 (Newport News, VA) is $243,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates at the ZCTA level.
What county is ZIP code 23608 in?
ZIP code 23608 is part of Newport News city in Virginia. For broader county-level property tax data, including comparisons with other counties in Virginia, visit the Newport News city profile on TaxByCounty.

Margin of Error

The median property tax estimate for this ZIP code has a margin of error of ±$102. ZCTA-level data has wider margins than county-level estimates due to smaller sample sizes.

County-Level Data

ZIP code 23608 is part of Newport News 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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