Pendleton County, WV Property Tax: $603/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Pendleton County is 0.34% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $178,600, that works out to about $607 per year, or $51 per month. Pendleton County is located in eastern West Virginia, with Franklin as its county seat, and is home to approximately 6,111 residents.
About Pendleton County
Pendleton County covers approximately 696.0 square miles in West Virginia. The county is home to about 6,111 residents living in roughly 3,708 housing units, of which 51.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $61,738, and the median home was built in 1978.
The county seat is Franklin. Pendleton County borders Augusta County, Highland County, Rockingham County, Grant County, Hardy 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 Pendleton County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Pendleton County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pendleton County, WV | 0.34% | $178,600 | $607 |
| West Virginia state average | 0.50% | — | $893* |
| Augusta County | 0.49% | $281,400 | $1,379 |
| Highland County | 0.56% | $195,700 | $1,104 |
| Rockingham County | 0.53% | $287,900 | $1,532 |
| Grant County | 0.33% | $167,500 | $555 |
| Hardy County | 0.37% | $159,700 | $586 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Pendleton County's median home value of $178,600. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Pendleton County's property tax rate compare to the rest of West Virginia?
At 0.34%, Pendleton County is lower than the West Virginia state average of 0.50%. On a home at the county median of $178,600, that means about $607 per year — versus $893 at the state average rate, a difference of $286 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Pendleton County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Pendleton County?
For a home at the county median value of $178,600, the annual property tax in Pendleton County is approximately $607 — or about $51 per month. For a home worth $267,900, expect around $911 per year. For a $357,200 home, approximately $1,214 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Pendleton County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Pendleton County are handled by the Pendleton County Assessor's office in Franklin. 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 Pendleton 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 0.34% shown here. Contact the Pendleton 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