Clark County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 128,039.
The median annual property tax in Clark County is $4,080, which is 35% higher than the Washington state average and 112% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $487,900. Property taxes represent 4.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,080
+35% vs State
+112% vs US
Median Home Value
$487,900
+23% vs State
+131% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+11% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,036
$336/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,182
$349/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,080 +4.3% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $3,910 +9.1% | 0.86% |
| 2021 | $3,585 +6.7% | 0.94% |
| 2020 | $3,361 +4.4% | 0.95% |
| 2019 | $3,218 | 0.98% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$94,948
per year
Monthly Tax
$340
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Cowlitz County
Tax: $2,988/yr Rate: 0.81%
Mason County
Tax: $2,833/yr Rate: 0.75%
Pacific County
Tax: $2,250/yr Rate: 0.82%
Walla Walla County
Tax: $3,386/yr Rate: 0.90%
Pierce County
Tax: $4,555/yr Rate: 0.94%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,215/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clark County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clark County is $4,080 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $487,900.
How does Clark County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clark County are 112% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clark County? ▼
In Clark County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,036 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,182. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clark County? ▼
Property taxes in Clark County represent approximately 4.3% of the median household income of $94,948. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.