Virginia Property Tax Calculator

How This Calculator Works

Virginia real estate property tax is calculated by multiplying your property's assessed value by the local tax rate. Rates are expressed per $100 of assessed value. The formula is:

Annual Tax = Assessed Value × (Rate per $100 ÷ 100)

For example, a property assessed at $400,000 in Fairfax County at the FY2026 rate of $1.1225 per $100:

$400,000 × 0.011225 = $4,490 estimated annual tax

Virginia's 100% Assessment Requirement

Virginia Code § 58.1-3201 requires every locality to assess real property at 100% of fair market value. This means no assessment ratio adjustment is needed. The assessed value on your tax bill should already represent the full estimated market value as determined by your local assessor, typically as of January 1 of the tax year.

If your local assessor has valued your property differently from market value, you can appeal your assessment through your locality's assessment appeal process.

What This Calculator Does Not Cover

This calculator provides an annual estimate based on the base real estate rate only. It does not account for:

• Special district levies (see notes below for Prince William, Winchester, Suffolk, and Hanover)
• Senior citizen, disability, veteran, or other local exemption and relief programs
• Land use assessment programs (agricultural, forestal, open space, horticultural)
• Proration for mid-year property purchases or sales
• Outstanding penalties, interest, or delinquent balances

Contact your local commissioner of revenue or assessor's office for a precise estimate that reflects all applicable levies and any exemptions you may qualify for.

Real Estate Tax Rates - All Covered Virginia Jurisdictions

All rates are per $100 of assessed value. Rates sourced from the Virginia Department of Taxation Local Tax Rates Survey TY2025, or from the jurisdiction's official FY2026 adopted rate where confirmed. Verify current rates with each jurisdiction before making financial decisions.

Virginia Real Estate Tax Rates by Jurisdiction - CountyTaxTools Data Layer (TY2025 / FY2026)

Jurisdiction	Rate per $100	Rate Year	Notes
Albemarle County	$0.895	TY2025
City of Alexandria	$1.135	TY2025
Arlington County	$1.053	FY2026 advertised	Advertised rate - not yet adopted as of April 2026. Verify before relying on this figure.
City of Charlottesville	$0.980	TY2025
City of Chesapeake	$1.010	TY2025
Chesterfield County	$0.890	TY2025
Fairfax County	$1.1225	FY2026	FY2026 adopted rate, effective January 1, 2026
Frederick County	$0.480	TY2025
City of Fredericksburg	$0.770	TY2025
City of Hampton	$1.150	TY2025
Hanover County	$0.810	TY2025	Town of Ashland adds an additional town levy for properties within Ashland
Henrico County	$0.830	TY2025
James City County	$0.830	TY2025
Loudoun County	$0.805	FY2026	Some incorporated towns within Loudoun add a separate town levy
City of Newport News	$1.180	TY2025
City of Norfolk	$1.230	TY2025
City of Portsmouth	$1.230	TY2025
Prince William County	$0.906	FY2026	Base rate only. Most parcels also subject to fire/rescue levy ($0.072/$100) and mosquito control levy ($0.0025/$100)
City of Richmond	$1.200	TY2025
Spotsylvania County	$0.734	TY2025
Stafford County	$0.924	TY2025
City of Suffolk	$1.070	TY2025	Downtown Business District and Route 17 district carry additional levies
City of Virginia Beach	$0.970	TY2025
City of Williamsburg	$0.620	TY2025
City of Winchester	$0.795	TY2025	Base rate only. Primary Downtown District +$0.230/$100; Secondary Downtown District +$0.130/$100
York County	$0.780	TY2025

TY2025 rates are from the Virginia Department of Taxation Local Tax Rates Survey Tax Year 2025. FY2026 rates are from each jurisdiction's official adopted budget documents. Tax rates change annually. Verify with your jurisdiction's official website before making financial decisions.

Jurisdiction-Specific Notes

Arlington County — Advertised Rate, Not Yet Adopted

The Arlington County rate shown in this calculator ($1.053 per $100) is the FY2026 advertised rate as proposed in the county budget. As of April 2026, Arlington County had not yet formally adopted this rate. The adopted rate may differ. Verify the current adopted rate at arlingtonva.us before relying on this estimate.

Prince William County — Additional Levies

The Prince William County base real estate rate is $0.906 per $100 (FY2026). Most parcels in Prince William County are also subject to:

• Fire and rescue levy: $0.072 per $100 of assessed value
• Mosquito control levy: $0.0025 per $100 of assessed value

Adding these levies, the effective rate for most parcels is approximately $0.9805 per $100. This calculator shows the base rate only. Verify all applicable levies at pwcva.gov.

City of Winchester — Downtown District Levies

Winchester's base real estate rate is $0.795 per $100 (TY2025). Properties in special downtown districts pay additional levies:

• Primary Downtown District: +$0.230 per $100 (total $1.025 per $100)
• Secondary Downtown District: +$0.130 per $100 (total $0.925 per $100)

This calculator shows the base rate only. If your property is in one of Winchester's downtown districts, your actual tax will be higher. Verify at winchesterva.gov.

Hanover County — Town of Ashland Overlay

Properties located within the Town of Ashland, which is situated within Hanover County, are subject to the Hanover County real estate rate plus a separate Town of Ashland real estate levy. This calculator shows the Hanover County rate only. Confirm your jurisdiction with the Hanover County Commissioner of Revenue or the Town of Ashland.

Loudoun County — Incorporated Towns

Some incorporated towns within Loudoun County (including Leesburg, Purcellville, Hamilton, Hillsboro, Lovettsville, Middleburg, Round Hill, and Waterford) levy a separate town real estate tax in addition to the county rate. This calculator shows the county rate only. Contact your town government if your property is within an incorporated Loudoun County town.