Washakie County, WY Property Taxes (2026)

Washakie County owners pay a median of $1,321 a year on a median home value of $188,600, an effective rate of 0.70%. That's the 1st-highest rate of 23 Wyoming counties with Census data, above the Wyoming county median of 0.57%.

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

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Effective tax rate

0.70%

1st highest of 23 in WY

Median annual bill

$1,321

~$110/month

Median home value

$188,600

Wyoming county median

0.57%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Washakie County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Washakie County's 0.70% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$1,320
Savings at 10–15% off
$132–$198
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Washakie County vs. Wyoming vs. U.S. property tax rates

Washakie County0.70%
Wyoming county median0.57%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Washakie County's effective property tax rate is 0.70%, vs. 0.57% for the median Wyoming county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 1st of 23 in Wyoming. 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 Washakie County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

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

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Washakie County deadline is May 4th Monday. 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 $1,321 bill, 10–15% off is $132–$198 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Wyoming

Wyoming homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Washakie 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 Washakie County, Wyoming?
The median effective property tax rate in Washakie County is 0.70%: a median annual bill of $1,321 on a median home value of $188,600. That's the 1st-highest rate of 23 Wyoming 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 Washakie County?
The median Washakie County property tax bill is $1,321 a year, about $110 a month, compared with a Wyoming county median of $1,465.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Washakie County?
The deadline to appeal in Washakie County is May 4th Monday. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Washakie County a high property tax area?
Washakie County's 0.70% effective rate is above the Wyoming county median of 0.57% and below the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 1st-highest rate of 23 Wyoming counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Washakie County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Hot Springs County

Rate: 0.56%

Median bill: $1,202

Big Horn County

Rate: 0.58%

Median bill: $1,156

Johnson County

Rate: 0.55%

Median bill: $1,634

Sheridan County

Rate: 0.55%

Median bill: $1,951

Fremont County

Rate: 0.63%

Median bill: $1,591

Natrona County

Rate: 0.62%

Median bill: $1,608

Park County

Rate: 0.57%

Median bill: $2,115

Campbell County

Rate: 0.55%

Median bill: $1,465

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