25813 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 25813 (Beaver, West Virginia) pay a median of $883/year in property taxes on homes valued at $147,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.60%, which is 11% above the West Virginia state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 25813 is approximately $74, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Raleigh County. This is $222 more than the West Virginia average of $661/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in West Virginia, 25813 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 25526 (0.60%) and 26059 (0.60%).

In Beaver, property taxes represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $57,500, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

West Virginia reassesses at fair market value upon sale with no state cap or exemption, meaning Raleigh County's reappraisal at your purchase price will be determinative unless an exemption applies. Seniors 65+ may qualify for a Senior Homestead Exemption if income and one-year residency requirements are satisfied; contact the Raleigh County Assessor for local program specifics. File your Senior Homestead Exemption claim with the Raleigh County Assessor within 30 days of reaching one year of ownership to secure the exemption going forward.