26105 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 26105 (Vienna, West Virginia) pay a median of $1,094/year in property taxes on homes valued at $162,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.67%, which is 26% above the West Virginia state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 26105 is approximately $91, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Wood County. This is $433 more than the West Virginia average of $661/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in West Virginia, 26105 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 25601 (0.68%) and 25705 (0.68%).

In Vienna, property taxes represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $65,549, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

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