Tucker County, WV Property Tax: $511/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Tucker County is 0.35% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $144,700, that works out to about $506 per year, or $42 per month. Tucker County is located in eastern West Virginia, and is home to approximately 6,698 residents.
About Tucker County
Tucker County covers approximately 419.0 square miles in West Virginia. The county is home to about 6,698 residents living in roughly 4,665 housing units, of which 49.8% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $53,475, and the median home was built in 1982.
Tucker County borders Barbour County, Grant County, Preston County, Randolph 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 Tucker County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Tucker County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucker County, WV | 0.35% | $144,700 | $506 |
| West Virginia state average | 0.50% | — | $724* |
| Barbour County | 0.43% | $126,000 | $538 |
| Grant County | 0.33% | $167,500 | $555 |
| Preston County | 0.47% | $157,700 | $747 |
| Randolph County | 0.39% | $137,800 | $539 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Tucker County's median home value of $144,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Tucker County's property tax rate compare to the rest of West Virginia?
At 0.35%, Tucker County is lower than the West Virginia state average of 0.50%. On a home at the county median of $144,700, that means about $506 per year — versus $724 at the state average rate, a difference of $218 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Tucker County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Tucker County?
For a home at the county median value of $144,700, the annual property tax in Tucker County is approximately $506 — or about $42 per month. For a home worth $217,050, expect around $760 per year. For a $289,400 home, approximately $1,013 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Tucker County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Tucker County are handled by the Tucker 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 Tucker 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 0.35% shown here. Contact the Tucker 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