26155 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 26155 (New Martinsville, West Virginia) pay a median of $761/year in property taxes on homes valued at $123,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.62%, which is 15% above the West Virginia state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 26155 is approximately $63, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Wetzel County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in West Virginia, 26155 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 25624 (0.62%) and 25904 (0.62%).

In New Martinsville, property taxes represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $54,747, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

West Virginia reassesses property at fair market value when ownership changes, resetting the tax base to current market conditions. Wetzel County provides homestead and senior/disabled exemptions that reduce assessed value — file your exemption claim with the Wetzel County Assessor's office within the first year of ownership. Review your assessment notice and contact the Wetzel County Assessor immediately if the valuation appears inflated compared to your purchase price.