Grant County, WV Property Tax: $555/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Grant County is 0.33% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $167,500, that works out to about $553 per year, or $46 per month. Grant County is located in eastern West Virginia, and is home to approximately 10,972 residents.
About Grant County
Grant County covers approximately 477.4 square miles in West Virginia. The county is home to about 10,972 residents living in roughly 5,660 housing units, of which 61.2% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $61,530, and the median home was built in 1980.
Grant County borders Garrett County, Hampshire County, Hardy County, Mineral County, Pendleton 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 Grant County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Grant County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant County, WV | 0.33% | $167,500 | $553 |
| West Virginia state average | 0.50% | — | $838* |
| Garrett County | 0.83% | $217,000 | $1,792 |
| Hampshire County | 0.36% | $204,600 | $745 |
| Hardy County | 0.37% | $159,700 | $586 |
| Mineral County | 0.46% | $180,400 | $838 |
| Pendleton County | 0.34% | $178,600 | $603 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Grant County's median home value of $167,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Grant County's property tax rate compare to the rest of West Virginia?
At 0.33%, Grant County is lower than the West Virginia state average of 0.50%. On a home at the county median of $167,500, that means about $553 per year — versus $838 at the state average rate, a difference of $285 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Grant County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Grant County?
For a home at the county median value of $167,500, the annual property tax in Grant County is approximately $553 — or about $46 per month. For a home worth $251,250, expect around $829 per year. For a $335,000 home, approximately $1,106 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Grant County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Grant County are handled by the Grant 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 Grant 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 0.33% shown here. Contact the Grant 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