Washington Property Tax Rates by County (2026)
Compare effective property tax rates across 39 Washington counties. Homeowners who believe their property is over-assessed can appeal their assessment. The deadline to appeal is July 1 or 60 days after notice.
Effective Tax Rate
0.79%
Lower than the national median of 1.02%
Median Home Value
$370,500
Median Annual Tax Bill
$2,860
How Are Property Taxes Calculated in Washington?
Property taxes in Washington are based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by local tax rates set by school districts, municipalities, and other taxing authorities. The median effective tax rate across Washington counties is 0.79%, which is below the national median of 1.02%.
If you believe your property's assessed value is too high, you have the right to appeal the assessment.
All 39 Washington Counties
| County | Eff. Tax Rate | Median Home Value | Median Annual Tax Bill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams County → | 0.84% | $251,300 | $2,104 |
| Asotin County → | 0.80% | $286,200 | $2,289 |
| Benton County → | 0.79% | $369,400 | $2,910 |
| Chelan County → | 0.71% | $454,900 | $3,235 |
| Clallam County → | 0.74% | $385,600 | $2,860 |
| Clark County → | 0.84% | $487,900 | $4,080 |
| Columbia County → | 0.86% | $256,100 | $2,215 |
| Cowlitz County → | 0.81% | $367,400 | $2,988 |
| Douglas County → | 0.79% | $402,900 | $3,168 |
| Ferry County → | 0.65% | $274,500 | $1,792 |
| Franklin County → | 0.76% | $345,700 | $2,638 |
| Garfield County → | 0.61% | $214,200 | $1,306 |
| Grant County → | 0.82% | $275,700 | $2,268 |
| Grays Harbor County → | 0.87% | $279,500 | $2,441 |
| Island County → | 0.70% | $535,300 | $3,765 |
| Jefferson County → | 0.73% | $495,100 | $3,596 |
| King County → | 0.84% | $811,200 | $6,785 |
| Kitsap County → | 0.80% | $505,700 | $4,030 |
| Kittitas County → | 0.71% | $459,900 | $3,255 |
| Klickitat County → | 0.62% | $388,700 | $2,401 |
| Lewis County → | 0.71% | $341,500 | $2,433 |
| Lincoln County → | 0.60% | $272,300 | $1,621 |
| Mason County → | 0.75% | $377,400 | $2,833 |
| Okanogan County → | 0.77% | $284,200 | $2,194 |
| Pacific County → | 0.82% | $274,000 | $2,250 |
| Pend Oreille County → | 0.67% | $307,800 | $2,048 |
| Pierce County → | 0.94% | $484,400 | $4,555 |
| San Juan County → | 0.57% | $726,500 | $4,131 |
| Skagit County → | 0.82% | $486,200 | $4,008 |
| Skamania County → | 0.72% | $472,600 | $3,380 |
| Snohomish County → | 0.79% | $644,600 | $5,121 |
| Spokane County → | 0.86% | $370,500 | $3,196 |
| Stevens County → | 0.65% | $308,000 | $2,016 |
| Thurston County → | 0.90% | $451,500 | $4,043 |
| Wahkiakum County → | 0.60% | $344,500 | $2,084 |
| Walla Walla County → | 0.90% | $375,600 | $3,386 |
| Whatcom County → | 0.71% | $536,100 | $3,819 |
| Whitman County → | 0.79% | $323,300 | $2,566 |
| Yakima County → | 0.82% | $281,100 | $2,299 |
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Key Highlights
Highest Tax Rate
0.94%
Pierce County
Lowest Tax Rate
0.57%
San Juan County
Highest Tax Bill
$6,785
King County
Lowest Tax Bill
$1,306
Garfield County
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- Review your annual assessment notice from your local assessor.
- File your appeal before the deadline (July 1 or 60 days after notice).
- Gather evidence: recent comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, and any independent appraisals.
- Attend a hearing or submit your evidence for review.
- Receive a decision on your assessed value.
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