FIPS: 54081 • Seat: Beckley

Raleigh County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor

Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Raleigh County, West Virginia.

Tax Rate 0.57% Effective Rate
Median Home $145k Census ACS Value
Annual Tax $826 Estimated Median
Assessment Ratio 60% Statutory Level

Raleigh County Assessor's Office Information

Physical Address

Raleigh County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Beckley, WV 54001

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Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)

Closed on state & federal holidays.

Telephone / Contact

(304) 477-4311

Online Property Search Tool

Integrated Assessment System (IAS) / MapWV

Raleigh County Property Tax Calculator

Estimated using Raleigh County's effective tax rate of 0.57% (Assessment ratio: 60%)

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* Estimates do not account for local municipal surcharges, special district levies (MUD / ISD), or individual homestead exemption deductions.
Estimated Annual Tax
$496
per year
Monthly Escrow $41/mo
Assessed Value $87.000
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Appealing Your Raleigh County Assessment

Statutory Protest Deadline:

Must request informal review by January; formal appeal to County Commission in February.

Under West Virginia property tax law, property owners in Raleigh County have the legal right to challenge an assessed valuation that exceeds fair market value, is unequally appraised compared to neighboring properties, or contains clerical errors.

Step 1: Informal Review

Contact the Raleigh County Assessor's Office to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).

Step 2: Formal Hearing

If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the County Commission sitting as Board of Equalization and Review before the statutory deadline.

Save on Property Taxes

Was Your Raleigh County Home Over-Assessed This Year?

Studies show up to 30% to 60% of US residential properties are overvalued by automated municipal algorithms. Protesting your assessment before the statutory deadline can lower your tax bill by an average of $1,100/year.

⏰ Key Deadline: Must request informal review by January; formal appeal to County Commission in February.

Raleigh County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief

Homeowners in Raleigh County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:

General Homestead Exemption:

Homestead Exemption exempts the first $20,000 of assessed value for homeowners 65+ and totally disabled residents.

Seniors & Disabled Veterans:

$20,000 exemption for seniors 65+ and disabled veterans. Additional refundable property tax credit for low-income seniors.

Public Records & Deeds Official Recording Partner

Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Raleigh County?

While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Raleigh County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Raleigh County Property Appraiser office located?

The official Raleigh County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Raleigh County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Beckley, WV 54001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (304) 477-4311.

What is the property tax rate in Raleigh County, WV?

The average effective property tax rate in Raleigh County is approximately 0.57%. For a home with the median county market value of $145.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $826 per year.

How do I search for a property or parcel in Raleigh County?

You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Raleigh County parcel search portal: https://raleighcounty.gov/assessor/parcel-search.

When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Raleigh County?

Property valuation protests and appeals in Raleigh County must be submitted by: Must request informal review by January; formal appeal to County Commission in February. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Commission sitting as Board of Equalization and Review.

How does the Homestead Exemption work in Raleigh County?

Homestead Exemption exempts the first $20,000 of assessed value for homeowners 65+ and totally disabled residents. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans ($20,000 exemption for seniors 65+ and disabled veterans. Additional refundable property tax credit for low-income seniors.).

Adjacent & Neighboring County Appraisers

County Overview

County Seat: Beckley
Population (2023): 72.356
Land Area: 605 sq mi
Tax Assessor Ratio: 60%
State Agency: West Virginia Dept of Revenue
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