23970 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 23970 (South Hill, Virginia) pay a median of $958/year in property taxes on homes valued at $157,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.61%, which is 10% below the Virginia state average of 0.67%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 23970 is approximately $80, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Mecklenburg County. This is $1,285 less than the Virginia average of $2,243/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Virginia, 23970 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 24605 (0.61%) and 23089 (0.61%).

In South Hill, property taxes represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $57,225, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Mecklenburg County's 0.38% rate is Virginia's only property tax — there is no state tax or reassessment cap at sale. Agricultural owners should apply for Land Use Taxation through the Mecklenburg County Assessor to have assessments based on farming use value instead of market value. Seniors 65+ and disabled residents should immediately contact the Mecklenburg County Assessor about eligibility for the circuit breaker relief program to reduce your tax burden.