Washington Property Tax Rates 2026
Compare property tax rates across all 39 counties in Washington. The state average effective rate is 0.73% with a median annual tax bill of $3,203.
2026 Property Tax by County in Washington
| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax / Yr | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adams County | 0.79% | $2,147 | $273,300 |
| 2 | Asotin County | 0.72% | $2,340 | $325,600 |
| 3 | Benton County | 0.78% | $3,163 | $407,800 |
| 4 | Chelan County | 0.71% | $3,503 | $490,100 |
| 5 | Clallam County | 0.72% | $3,050 | $421,800 |
| 6 | Clark County | 0.82% | $4,290 | $522,900 |
| 7 | Columbia County | 0.85% | $2,303 | $271,200 |
| 8 | Cowlitz County | 0.82% | $3,245 | $397,500 |
| 9 | Douglas County | 0.77% | $3,319 | $432,500 |
| 10 | Ferry County | 0.64% | $1,801 | $283,400 |
| 11 | Franklin County | 0.73% | $2,750 | $379,300 |
| 12 | Garfield County | 0.66% | $1,574 | $239,200 |
| 13 | Grant County | 0.78% | $2,339 | $299,500 |
| 14 | Grays Harbor County | 0.80% | $2,512 | $314,000 |
| 15 | Island County | 0.67% | $3,999 | $593,300 |
| 16 | Jefferson County | 0.71% | $3,818 | $535,000 |
| 17 | King County | 0.83% | $7,114 | $859,900 |
| 18 | Kitsap County | 0.77% | $4,279 | $555,100 |
| 19 | Kittitas County | 0.71% | $3,552 | $497,400 |
| 20 | Klickitat County | 0.62% | $2,639 | $425,300 |
| 21 | Lewis County | 0.67% | $2,581 | $385,800 |
| 22 | Lincoln County | 0.60% | $1,744 | $292,800 |
| 23 | Mason County | 0.73% | $3,006 | $411,800 |
| 24 | Okanogan County | 0.76% | $2,281 | $299,800 |
| 25 | Pacific County | 0.72% | $2,395 | $334,800 |
| 26 | Pend Oreille County | 0.58% | $2,142 | $367,900 |
| 27 | Pierce County | 0.91% | $4,770 | $526,600 |
| 28 | San Juan County | 0.53% | $4,253 | $799,200 |
| 29 | Skagit County | 0.79% | $4,308 | $545,100 |
| 30 | Skamania County | 0.67% | $3,532 | $529,500 |
| 31 | Snohomish County | 0.77% | $5,364 | $696,000 |
| 32 | Spokane County | 0.84% | $3,434 | $410,700 |
| 33 | Stevens County | 0.59% | $2,065 | $350,600 |
| 34 | Thurston County | 0.88% | $4,209 | $480,300 |
| 35 | Wahkiakum County | 0.60% | $2,392 | $396,800 |
| 36 | Walla Walla County | 0.85% | $3,492 | $408,900 |
| 37 | Whatcom County | 0.70% | $4,087 | $585,800 |
| 38 | Whitman County | 0.75% | $2,691 | $359,600 |
| 39 | Yakima County | 0.79% | $2,463 | $310,100 |
About Washington Property Taxes
Washington has 39 counties, each with its own property tax rate set by local taxing authorities. The state's average effective rate of 0.73% is below the national average of 0.92%.
Use our property tax calculator to estimate your annual tax bill based on your specific home value and county.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax rate in Washington?
The average effective property tax rate in Washington is 0.73%, based on the median property tax paid divided by median home value across all 39 counties.
Which county in Washington has the lowest property tax?
The lowest effective rate in Washington is in San Juan County at 0.53%.
Which county has the highest property tax in Washington?
The highest effective rate is in Pierce County at 0.91%.
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. Variables: B25103 (Median Real Estate Taxes Paid), B25077 (Median Home Value). Public domain. Effective rate = median tax ÷ median home value × 100.