Property Taxes in Arlington, Virginia
Median Arlington, Virginia effective property tax rate: 1.15%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Virginia state median of 0.90%.
Median Arlington, Virginia home value: $480,415
Median annual Arlington, Virginia tax bill: $5,541, $3,141 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Alexandria calculated?
Property taxes in Arlington, Virginia are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Arlington's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Arlington, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Arlington Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Arlington property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Arlington's median effective tax rate of 1.15% — based on actual property records in Alexandria County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Arlington's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Arlington: rates range from 1.15% in 22206 to 1.15% in 22206, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
Arlington's median effective tax rate is higher than the Virginia state median tax rate of 0.90% and the median property tax bill is $5,541, which is $3,141 higher than the state median bill. For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Arlington.
About Arlington Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Arlington, Alexandria, Virginia
Arlington’s median effective property tax rate of 1.15% is lower than the Virginia state median of 0.90% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Alexandria County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Arlington. Homeowners in the 22206 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.15%, while those in 22206 pay 1.15%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Alexandria County. Understanding which part of Arlington you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Arlington homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the June 1, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Arlington, Alexandria County, Virginia
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Arlington's effective property tax rate to other cities in Virginia and the median property tax rates in Virginia and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Arlington Tax Rate
1.15%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Alexandria County Tax Rate
1.17%
Median Effective Virginia Tax Rate
0.90%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Arlington, Alexandria County, Virginia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22206 | 1.15% | 1.15% | 1.15% | 1.16% | 1.16% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Alexandria County, Virginia
When examining property taxes in Arlington, Virginia, understanding the distinction between market value and assessed value is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Alexandria County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Alexandria County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of February.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Arlington.
For example, the median home price in Arlington is $480,415, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 22206 has the highest median home price at $480,415.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Alexandria County, Virginia
Source: Ownwell
$237,684
$575,777
$913,870
Median Arlington Market Value
$480,415
Median Alexandria County Market Value
$635,316
Median Virginia Market Value
$323,500
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Alexandria County, Virginia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22206 | $300,881 | $311,104 | $480,415 | $552,446 | $559,799 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Arlington, Alexandria County, Virginia
Property tax bills in Arlington are based on the assessed market value of a home and the local tax rate set by the county. When a property’s assessed value rises, the tax bill can increase even if the homeowner has not made any changes to the house. For a home with a median price of $480,415, the property tax burden can be substantial, especially compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Several factors affect the final bill, including the home’s assessed value, any exemptions that apply, and the tax rate used to calculate the amount owed. In Arlington, the 25th percentile tax bill is $3,620, while the 75th percentile is $6,359 and the 90th percentile is $6,442. That means many homeowners pay well above the national median, which can make annual housing costs significantly higher. The highest median tax bill is $5,541 in ZIP code 22206, showing how location within the city can also influence what homeowners owe.
Median Arlington Tax Bill
$5,541
Median Alexandria County Tax Bill
$7,646
Median Virginia Tax Bill
$2,852
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Arlington, Alexandria County, Virginia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22206 | $3,504 | $3,620 | $5,541 | $6,359 | $6,442 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
Links | |
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| Alexandria Tax Assessor | |
| Website | realestate.alexandriava.gov |