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The median property tax (also known as real estate tax) in Albemarle County is $2,219.00 per year, based on a median home value of $349,800.00 and a median effective property tax rate of 0.63% of property value.
Albemarle County collects relatively high property taxes, and is ranked in the top half of all counties in the United States by property tax collections. Of the one-hundred-thirty-four counties in Virginia, Albemarle County is ranked 18th by median property taxes, and 54th by median tax as percentage of home value.
Albemarle County's higher property taxes are partially due to property values, as the median home value in Albemarle County is $349,800.00. For comparison, the state-wide median property value is $252,600.00
Note: Due to the complicated and varied methods used to calculate property tax in different counties, the best way to compare property taxes between jurisdictions is through median property tax values. If you need to calculate the exact tax due on your property, contact the Albemarle County Tax Assessor.
