Charleston, West Virginia — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Charleston, West Virginia?
Charleston, West Virginia has a total tax burden of 7.97%, ranking #5158 nationally. Property tax rate: 0.75%, state income tax: 3.619%, sales tax: 6.55%. Median household income is $58,902.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #5158 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
7.97%
Rank: 5158th nationally
Property Tax Rate
0.75%
Rank: 4765th nationally
Income Tax Rate
3.619%
West Virginia state rate
Sales Tax Rate
6.55%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (27%)Income (45%)Sales (27%)
Median Income: $58,902
Median Home Value: $172,800
Median Property Tax: $1,291/yr
Population: 48,415