25419 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 25419 (Falling Waters, West Virginia) pay a median of $1,506/year in property taxes on homes valued at $250,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.60%, which is 12% above the West Virginia state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 25419 is approximately $126, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Berkeley County. This is $845 more than the West Virginia average of $661/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in West Virginia, 25419 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 25841 (0.60%) and 25882 (0.60%).

In Falling Waters, property taxes represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $86,316, 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.