23696 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 23696 (Seaford, Virginia) pay a median of $2,656/year in property taxes on homes valued at $411,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.65%, which is 4% below the Virginia state average of 0.67%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 23696 is approximately $221, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within York County. This is $413 more than the Virginia average of $2,243/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Virginia, 23696 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 24230 (0.65%) and 24064 (0.64%).

In Seaford, property taxes represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $138,409, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Virginia has no state property tax — York County assessments are locally set and do not reset upon your purchase. York County provides the Circuit Breaker tax relief program for seniors 65+ and disabled residents meeting income requirements, offering substantial tax savings — apply through the York County Assessor's office. Review your assessment and file a formal appeal with the York County Assessor within 30 days of receiving the notice if the value seems too high.