Washoe County, NV Property Taxes (2026)

Washoe County owners pay a median of $2,297 a year on a median home value of $496,600, an effective rate of 0.46%. That's the 13th-highest rate of 16 Nevada counties with Census data, below the Nevada county median of 0.51%.

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

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Effective tax rate

0.46%

13th highest of 16 in NV

Median annual bill

$2,297

~$191/month

Median home value

$496,600

Nevada county median

0.51%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Washoe County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Washoe County's 0.46% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$2,284
Savings at 10–15% off
$228–$343
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Washoe County vs. Nevada vs. U.S. property tax rates

Washoe County0.46%
Nevada county median0.51%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Washoe County's effective property tax rate is 0.46%, vs. 0.51% for the median Nevada county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 13th of 16 in Nevada. 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 Washoe County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Washoe County Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Washoe County deadline is January 15. 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 County Assessor.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $2,297 bill, 10–15% off is $230–$345 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Nevada

Nevada homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Washoe County Assessor 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 Washoe County, Nevada?
The median effective property tax rate in Washoe County is 0.46%: a median annual bill of $2,297 on a median home value of $496,600. That's the 13th-highest rate of 16 Nevada 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 Washoe County?
The median Washoe County property tax bill is $2,297 a year, about $191 a month, compared with a Nevada county median of $1,385.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Washoe County?
The deadline to appeal in Washoe County is January 15. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Washoe County a high property tax area?
Washoe County's 0.46% effective rate is below the Nevada county median of 0.51% and below the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 13th-highest rate of 16 Nevada counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Washoe County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Pershing County

Rate: 0.70%

Median bill: $1,159

Storey County

Rate: 0.40%

Median bill: $1,578

Humboldt County

Rate: 0.51%

Median bill: $1,309

Carson City

Rate: 0.42%

Median bill: $1,781

Churchill County

Rate: 0.56%

Median bill: $1,670

Lyon County

Rate: 0.46%

Median bill: $1,585

Douglas County

Rate: 0.45%

Median bill: $2,649

Lander County

Rate: 0.63%

Median bill: $1,336

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