Bath County, VA Property Tax: $834/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Bath County is 0.40% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $206,000, that works out to about $824 per year, or $69 per month. Bath County is located in northwestern Virginia, and is home to approximately 4,123 residents.
About Bath County
Bath County covers approximately 529.2 square miles in Virginia. The county is home to about 4,123 residents living in roughly 3,336 housing units, of which 40.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $61,709, and the median home was built in 1976.
Bath County borders Alleghany County, Augusta County, Highland County, Rockbridge County, Greenbrier County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Virginia
Property taxes in Virginia are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Virginia offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Bath County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Bath County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bath County, VA | 0.40% | $206,000 | $824 |
| Virginia state average | 0.67% | — | $1,380* |
| Alleghany County | 0.83% | $122,300 | $1,011 |
| Augusta County | 0.49% | $281,400 | $1,379 |
| Highland County | 0.56% | $195,700 | $1,104 |
| Rockbridge County | 0.60% | $238,700 | $1,432 |
| Greenbrier County | 0.47% | $136,300 | $640 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Bath County's median home value of $206,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Bath County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Virginia?
At 0.40%, Bath County is lower than the Virginia state average of 0.67%. On a home at the county median of $206,000, that means about $824 per year — versus $1,380 at the state average rate, a difference of $556 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Bath County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Bath County?
For a home at the county median value of $206,000, the annual property tax in Bath County is approximately $824 — or about $69 per month. For a home worth $309,000, expect around $1,236 per year. For a $412,000 home, approximately $1,648 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Bath County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Bath County are handled by the Bath County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Bath County?
Virginia counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.40% shown here. Contact the Bath County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File