Poquoson city, VA Property Taxes (2026)

Poquoson city owners pay a median of $3,640 a year on a median home value of $403,000, an effective rate of 0.90%. That's the 20th-highest rate of 133 Virginia counties with Census data, above 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

0.90%

20th highest of 133 in VA

Median annual bill

$3,640

~$303/month

Median home value

$403,000

Virginia county median

0.63%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Poquoson city

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Poquoson city's 0.90% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$3,627
Savings at 10–15% off
$363–$544
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Poquoson city vs. Virginia vs. U.S. property tax rates

Poquoson city0.90%
Virginia county median0.63%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Poquoson city's effective property tax rate is 0.90%, vs. 0.63% for the median Virginia county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 20th 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 Poquoson city

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

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

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Poquoson city 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 $3,640 bill, 10–15% off is $364–$546 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Virginia

Virginia homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Poquoson city 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 Poquoson city, Virginia?
The median effective property tax rate in Poquoson city is 0.90%: a median annual bill of $3,640 on a median home value of $403,000. That's the 20th-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 Poquoson city?
The median Poquoson city property tax bill is $3,640 a year, about $303 a month, compared with a Virginia county median of $1,532.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Poquoson city?
The deadline to appeal in Poquoson city is Varies by locality. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Poquoson city a high property tax area?
Poquoson city's 0.90% effective rate is above the Virginia county median of 0.63% and above the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 20th-highest rate of 133 Virginia counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Poquoson city property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Hampton city

Rate: 0.96%

Median bill: $2,259

York County

Rate: 0.65%

Median bill: $2,676

Newport News city

Rate: 1.03%

Median bill: $2,507

Norfolk city

Rate: 1.01%

Median bill: $2,738

Portsmouth city

Rate: 1.07%

Median bill: $2,452

Mathews County

Rate: 0.42%

Median bill: $1,475

Gloucester County

Rate: 0.59%

Median bill: $1,718

Northampton County

Rate: 0.61%

Median bill: $1,689

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