26808 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 26808 (High View, West Virginia) pay a median of $907/year in property taxes on homes valued at $240,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.38%, which is 30% below the West Virginia state average of 0.54%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 26808 is approximately $76, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Hampshire County. This is $246 more than the West Virginia average of $661/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in West Virginia, 26808 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 25515 (0.38%) and 25028 (0.38%).

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