25403 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 25403 (Martinsburg, West Virginia) pay a median of $1,774/year in property taxes on homes valued at $301,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.59%, which is 9% above the West Virginia state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 25403 is approximately $148, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Berkeley County. This is $1,113 more than the West Virginia average of $661/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in West Virginia, 25403 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 25541 (0.59%) and 25508 (0.59%).

In Martinsburg, property taxes represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $82,190, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

West Virginia conducts revaluation on a county-by-county cycle (Berkeley County typically revalues every six years), and your property will be reassessed to fair market value when purchased. Berkeley County offers a Homestead Exemption of $20,000 off assessed value for primary residences — contact the Berkeley County Assessor's office to file immediately after closing. Request a Property Tax Exemption Application form and submit proof of occupancy to lock in your exemption for the next assessment cycle.