Homeowners in Norfolk, Virginia paid a median $2,890 a year in property tax on a median home worth $289,900, an effective rate of about 1.00% (Census 2020–2024).
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Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Norfolk
At the local 1.00% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $1,495 | $125 |
| $250,000 | $2,492 | $208 |
| $350,000 | $3,489 | $291 |
| $500,000 | $4,984 | $415 |
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Major Cities & Counties in Virginia
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Virginia Beach pop. 456,349
- Chesapeake pop. 252,583
- Arlington pop. 236,254
- Richmond pop. 229,359
- Newport News pop. 184,216
- Alexandria pop. 156,976
- Hampton pop. 137,557
- Suffolk pop. 98,796
- Roanoke pop. 98,355
- Fairfax County pop. 1,147,837
- Prince William County pop. 488,880
- Virginia Beach city pop. 456,349
- Loudoun County pop. 432,998
- Chesterfield County pop. 377,869
- Henrico County pop. 335,744
- Chesapeake city pop. 252,583
- Arlington County pop. 236,254
- Norfolk city pop. 233,596
- Richmond city pop. 229,359
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Norfolk, Virginia?
Homeowners in Norfolk, Virginia paid a median $2,890 a year in property tax on a median home worth $289,900, an effective rate of about 1.00% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Norfolk?
About $2,492 a year at the 1.00% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Norfolk higher than the rest of Virginia?
Norfolk ranks #331 lowest of 368 Virginia places we track. The statewide effective rate is 0.73%. Norfolk city overall is 1.00%.