Virginia Beach city, VA Property Tax: $2,929/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Virginia Beach city is 0.80% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $366,300, that works out to about $2,930 per year, or $244 per month. Virginia Beach city is located in southeastern Virginia, and is home to approximately 457,066 residents.
About Virginia Beach city
Virginia Beach city covers approximately 244.7 square miles in Virginia. The county is home to about 457,066 residents living in roughly 190,734 housing units, of which 61.2% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $90,685, and the median home was built in 1984.
Virginia Beach city borders Currituck County, Northampton County, Chesapeake city, Hampton city, Norfolk city — 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 Virginia Beach city Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Virginia Beach city vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach city, VA | 0.80% | $366,300 | $2,930 |
| Virginia state average | 0.67% | — | $2,454* |
| Currituck County | 0.46% | $351,200 | $1,600 |
| Northampton County | 0.61% | $279,100 | $1,689 |
| Chesapeake city | 0.82% | $359,100 | $2,937 |
| Hampton city | 0.96% | $234,100 | $2,259 |
| Norfolk city | 1.01% | $271,900 | $2,738 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Virginia Beach city's median home value of $366,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Virginia Beach city's property tax rate compare to the rest of Virginia?
At 0.80%, Virginia Beach city is higher than the Virginia state average of 0.67%. On a home at the county median of $366,300, that means about $2,930 per year — versus $2,454 at the state average rate, a difference of $476 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Virginia Beach city is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Virginia Beach city?
For a home at the county median value of $366,300, the annual property tax in Virginia Beach city is approximately $2,930 — or about $244 per month. For a home worth $549,450, expect around $4,396 per year. For a $732,600 home, approximately $5,861 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Virginia Beach city property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Virginia Beach city are handled by the Virginia Beach city 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 Virginia Beach city?
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 0.80% shown here. Contact the Virginia Beach city 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