25301 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 25301 (Charleston, West Virginia) pay a median of $1,158/year in property taxes on homes valued at $188,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.62%, which is 15% above the West Virginia state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 25301 is approximately $97, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Kanawha County. This is $497 more than the West Virginia average of $661/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in West Virginia, 25301 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 25159 (0.62%) and 25024 (0.62%).

In Charleston, property taxes represent approximately 5.5% of the median household income of $21,063, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

West Virginia reassesses at market value upon sale with no state homestead exemption or cap, so Kanawha County will revalue your property to its market price at purchase. Senior and disabled exemptions may be available through Kanawha County's local programs; contact the Kanawha County Assessor to verify income eligibility thresholds and application procedures. File your exemption application with the Kanawha County Assessor within the designated timeframe to begin receiving relief in the next assessment cycle.