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Washington Property Tax Estimator

Estimate property tax for any county in Washington, based on median effective rates from the US Census Bureau. Covers 39 counties.

Lowest county rate

0.53%

San Juan County

Highest county rate

0.96%

Garfield County

Counties covered

39

Data vintage

2024

Adams County median effective rate0.72%
County median tax paid (2024)$2,147
Rates updated for June 2026

Estimated property tax for a $300,000 home in Adams County

Estimated annual

$2,160

Estimated monthly

$180

This is an estimate based on the county median effective rate, not a precise tax bill. Your actual property tax depends on your home's assessed value, local mill rate, and any exemptions you qualify for.

This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation. Rates last verified June 2026.

Verify rates on Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle Fritts

Washington property tax rates by county

Sorted highest to lowest median effective rate. Source: Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle Fritts.

CountyMedian tax paidMedian effective rateYoY change
Garfield County$1,5740.96%+16.9%
Pierce County$4,7700.85%+1.6%
Walla Walla County$3,4920.85%0.0%
Thurston County$4,2090.82%+1.0%
Cowlitz County$3,2450.81%+5.3%
Yakima County$2,4630.79%+3.9%
Spokane County$3,4340.78%+4.2%
Clark County$4,2900.77%+2.0%
Whitman County$2,6910.77%+1.7%
Benton County$3,1630.76%+5.4%
Douglas County$3,3190.76%+1.6%
King County$7,1140.76%+1.7%
Skagit County$4,3080.75%+4.3%
Columbia County$2,3030.74%+0.9%
Franklin County$2,7500.74%+1.1%
Grant County$2,3390.74%0.0%
Adams County$2,1470.72%-1.0%
Asotin County$2,3400.72%-0.8%
Kitsap County$4,2790.72%+3.0%
Mason County$3,0060.72%+2.9%
Snohomish County$5,3640.72%+1.6%
Grays Harbor County$2,5120.71%-0.2%
Pacific County$2,3950.71%+3.3%
Clallam County$3,0500.68%+3.4%
Lewis County$2,5810.68%+2.9%
Whatcom County$4,0870.68%+3.8%
Island County$3,9990.66%+3.0%
Kittitas County$3,5520.66%+5.9%
Chelan County$3,5030.65%+5.0%
Jefferson County$3,8180.65%+3.0%
Okanogan County$2,2810.64%+0.9%
Klickitat County$2,6390.62%+6.6%
Stevens County$2,0650.61%-0.6%
Lincoln County$1,7440.60%+4.4%
Wahkiakum County$2,3920.59%+11.3%
Ferry County$1,8010.57%-2.5%
Pend Oreille County$2,1420.56%+1.5%
Skamania County$3,5320.56%+1.4%
San Juan County$4,2530.53%-0.1%

Median effective rate = total real estate taxes paid ÷ total home value, for owner-occupied housing (2024 American Community Survey). YoY change is the inflation-adjusted change in taxes paid, 2023–2024. "N/A" indicates the Census Bureau's sample size was too small for a reliable county-level estimate.

Frequently asked questions

What is the property tax rate in Washington?
Washington's effective property tax rate varies significantly by county — from about 0.53% in San Juan County to about 0.96% in Garfield County. This is based on the median amount homeowners actually pay relative to their home's value (US Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey), not a single statutory rate. Select your county above to see its specific median rate.
What county has the highest property tax rate in Washington?
Garfield County has the highest median effective property tax rate in Washington, at approximately 0.96%. This means homeowners there typically pay about 0.96% of their home's value in property tax each year, based on US Census Bureau data. Actual bills vary by individual assessment and any exemptions.
What county has the lowest property tax rate in Washington?
San Juan County has the lowest median effective property tax rate in Washington, at approximately 0.53%. This means homeowners there typically pay about 0.53% of their home's value in property tax each year, based on US Census Bureau data. Actual bills vary by individual assessment and any exemptions.
Why is this an estimate and not my exact property tax bill?
Property tax in Washington, like everywhere in the US, is calculated using your home's assessed value and the local mill rate set by your county, city, and school district — not a flat statewide percentage. Our estimator uses the county median effective rate (what a typical homeowner actually pays, relative to home value) to give you a reasonable estimate. Your actual bill depends on your specific assessment and any exemptions you qualify for.