26801 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 26801 (Baker, West Virginia) pay a median of $548/year in property taxes on homes valued at $165,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.33%, which is 38% below the West Virginia state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 26801 is approximately $46, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Hardy County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in West Virginia, 26801 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 25264 (0.33%) and 26676 (0.33%).

In Baker, property taxes represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $49,971, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

West Virginia conducts full reassessment at fair market value upon ownership transfer, establishing the new owner's tax base on current market appraisal. Hardy County provides homestead exemptions and senior/disabled exemptions that reduce your assessed value — file your claim with the Hardy County Assessor's office to qualify for tax relief. Contact the Hardy County Assessor within 60 days of closing to submit your exemption application and confirm your assessment reflects fair market value.