26059 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 26059 (Triadelphia, West Virginia) pay a median of $1,004/year in property taxes on homes valued at $168,200. 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 26059 is approximately $84, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Ohio County. This is $343 more than the West Virginia average of $661/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in West Virginia, 26059 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 25813 (0.60%) and 25921 (0.60%).

In Triadelphia, property taxes represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $69,922, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

West Virginia conducts revaluation on a county-by-county cycle (Ohio County typically revalues every six years), and your property will be reassessed to fair market value when purchased. Ohio County offers a Homestead Exemption of $20,000 off assessed value for primary residences — contact the Ohio 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.