26678 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 26678 (Mount Lookout, West Virginia) pay a median of $563/year in property taxes on homes valued at $113,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.49%, which is 8% below the West Virginia state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 26678 is approximately $47, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Nicholas County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in West Virginia, 26678 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 25202 (0.49%) and 25801 (0.49%).

In Mount Lookout, property taxes represent approximately 0.7% of the median household income of $78,253, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

West Virginia reassesses all property at fair market value upon transfer of ownership, with the new owner's tax liability based on the purchase price or appraised value. Nicholas County provides homestead exemptions and senior/disabled relief programs — contact the Nicholas County Assessor to file your claim and determine your annual savings. Request a copy of your assessment after purchase and verify it matches fair market value with the Nicholas County Assessor's office.