Brooke County, WV Property Tax: $690/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Brooke County is 0.54% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $127,700, that works out to about $690 per year, or $58 per month. Brooke County is located in northern West Virginia, and is home to approximately 22,053 residents.
About Brooke County
Brooke County covers approximately 89.2 square miles in West Virginia. The county is home to about 22,053 residents living in roughly 10,700 housing units, of which 64.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $52,116, and the median home was built in 1965.
Brooke County borders Jefferson County, Washington County, Hancock County, Ohio County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in West Virginia
Property taxes in West 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 West 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 Brooke County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Brooke County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooke County, WV | 0.54% | $127,700 | $690 |
| West Virginia state average | 0.50% | — | $639* |
| Jefferson County | 1.01% | $120,600 | $1,220 |
| Washington County | 1.11% | $220,600 | $2,445 |
| Hancock County | 0.63% | $119,600 | $752 |
| Ohio County | 0.59% | $165,300 | $970 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Brooke County's median home value of $127,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Brooke County's property tax rate compare to the rest of West Virginia?
At 0.54%, Brooke County is higher than the West Virginia state average of 0.50%. On a home at the county median of $127,700, that means about $690 per year — versus $639 at the state average rate, a difference of $51 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Brooke County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Brooke County?
For a home at the county median value of $127,700, the annual property tax in Brooke County is approximately $690 — or about $58 per month. For a home worth $191,550, expect around $1,034 per year. For a $255,400 home, approximately $1,379 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Brooke County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Brooke County are handled by the Brooke 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 Brooke County?
West 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 0.54% shown here. Contact the Brooke 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