Property Tax in New Kent County
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New Kent taxes slightly exceed national median
New Kent's effective tax rate of 0.679% sits modestly above the national median, and its median tax of $2,523 is 6% below the national median of $2,690. The county remains competitive nationally despite higher home values and slightly elevated rates.
New Kent ranks just above Virginia's average
At 0.679%, New Kent's effective rate edges above Virginia's state average of 0.671%, ranking it in the middle-to-upper tier of the state. Its median tax of $2,523 is 29% higher than Virginia's average of $1,960, reflecting the county's premium home values.
New Kent pricier than rural peers
New Kent's 0.679% rate and $2,523 median tax exceed rural neighbors like Middlesex (0.564%, $1,692) and Northumberland (0.481%, $1,602). However, its higher effective rate reflects the county's proximity to Richmond and more affluent demographics.
The cost of a New Kent home purchase
New Kent's median home value of $371,500 generates an annual property tax of approximately $2,523. That breaks down to about $210 per month—a premium reflecting both the higher home values and moderate tax rate.
Review your New Kent assessment today
New Kent homeowners with higher-value properties should verify their assessments, as errors on expensive homes can mean substantial annual overpayments. Filing a free appeal can reveal if your assessed value aligns with recent market sales in your neighborhood.