Virginia taxes vehicles annually based on assessed value. On a 2022 vehicle worth $28,000, expect a tax bill of $500–$700/year, typically due in October. Two-vehicle households should budget $800–$1,200/year for this line item. Military members may qualify for an exemption on one vehicle under SCRA (Servicemembers Civil Relief Act) provisions, but the application requires action through your JAG office. This is a surprise cost for families arriving from states without vehicle property tax—budget $50–$80/month starting at move-in to cover the October bill.