Property tax in Washington
The effective rate is about 0.75% of the home's value a year (Tax Foundation, 2024). On a $400,000 home that is about $3,000 a year (our calculation). Rates vary a lot by county and town.
Property tax
0.75%
of home value a year
Tax on a $400,000 home
$3,000
A month
$250
Rank
22 of 51
1 = lowest
| State | Property tax | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| California | 0.70% | 20 |
| Kentucky | 0.74% | 21 |
| Washington | 0.75% | 22 |
| Indiana | 0.76% | 23 |
| Florida | 0.78% | 24 |
Common questions
What is the property tax rate in Washington?
The effective rate is about 0.75% of the home's value a year (Tax Foundation, 2024). On a $400,000 home that is about $3,000 a year (our calculation). Rates vary a lot by county and town.
Does Washington have high property taxes?
Washington ranks 22 of 51 (1 = lowest effective rate), based on Tax Foundation's 2024 figures.
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