Wood County, WV Property Tax: $943/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Wood County is 0.61% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $153,700, that works out to about $938 per year, or $78 per month. Wood County is located in western West Virginia, and is home to approximately 83,829 residents.
About Wood County
Wood County covers approximately 366.5 square miles in West Virginia. The county is home to about 83,829 residents living in roughly 40,296 housing units, of which 65.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $56,193, and the median home was built in 1969.
Wood County borders Athens County, Meigs County, Washington County, Jackson County, Pleasants 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 Wood County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Wood County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood County, WV | 0.61% | $153,700 | $938 |
| West Virginia state average | 0.50% | — | $769* |
| Athens County | 1.20% | $173,800 | $2,094 |
| Meigs County | 0.99% | $113,400 | $1,117 |
| Washington County | 0.96% | $174,100 | $1,665 |
| Jackson County | 0.56% | $154,600 | $871 |
| Pleasants County | 0.58% | $129,300 | $752 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Wood County's median home value of $153,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wood County's property tax rate compare to the rest of West Virginia?
At 0.61%, Wood County is higher than the West Virginia state average of 0.50%. On a home at the county median of $153,700, that means about $938 per year — versus $769 at the state average rate, a difference of $169 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Wood County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Wood County?
For a home at the county median value of $153,700, the annual property tax in Wood County is approximately $938 — or about $78 per month. For a home worth $230,550, expect around $1,406 per year. For a $307,400 home, approximately $1,875 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Wood County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Wood County are handled by the Wood 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 Wood 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 0.61% shown here. Contact the Wood 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