Nelson County, VA Property Taxes (2026)

Nelson County owners pay a median of $1,517 a year on a median home value of $283,000, an effective rate of 0.54%. That's the 100th-highest rate of 133 Virginia counties with Census data, below the Virginia county median of 0.63%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

0.54%

100th highest of 133 in VA

Median annual bill

$1,517

~$126/month

Median home value

$283,000

Virginia county median

0.63%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Nelson County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Nelson County's 0.54% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$1,528
Savings at 10–15% off
$153–$229
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Nelson County vs. Virginia vs. U.S. property tax rates

Nelson County0.54%
Virginia county median0.63%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Nelson County's effective property tax rate is 0.54%, vs. 0.63% for the median Virginia county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 100th of 133 in Virginia. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in Nelson County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Nelson Commissioner of the Revenue. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Nelson County deadline is Varies by locality. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the Commissioner of the Revenue.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $1,517 bill, 10–15% off is $152–$228 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Virginia

Virginia homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Nelson Commissioner of the Revenue for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Nelson County, Virginia?
The median effective property tax rate in Nelson County is 0.54%: a median annual bill of $1,517 on a median home value of $283,000. That's the 100th-highest rate of 133 Virginia counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Nelson County?
The median Nelson County property tax bill is $1,517 a year, about $126 a month, compared with a Virginia county median of $1,532.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Nelson County?
The deadline to appeal in Nelson County is Varies by locality. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Nelson County a high property tax area?
Nelson County's 0.54% effective rate is below the Virginia county median of 0.63% and below the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 100th-highest rate of 133 Virginia counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Nelson County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Amherst County

Rate: 0.51%

Median bill: $997

Waynesboro city

Rate: 0.67%

Median bill: $1,578

Albemarle County

Rate: 0.74%

Median bill: $3,482

Buckingham County

Rate: 0.52%

Median bill: $874

Buena Vista city

Rate: 0.94%

Median bill: $1,444

Staunton city

Rate: 0.71%

Median bill: $1,696

Charlottesville city

Rate: 0.81%

Median bill: $3,649

Appomattox County

Rate: 0.53%

Median bill: $1,006

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