Columbia County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 1,473.
The median annual property tax in Columbia County is $2,215, which is 27% lower than the Washington state average and 15% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $256,100. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,215
-27% vs State
+15% vs US
Median Home Value
$256,100
-36% vs State
+21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.86%
+13% vs State
-9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,154
$180/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,312
$193/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 | $2,215 +7.6% | 0.86% |
| 2022 | $2,058 +4.6% | 0.90% |
| 2021 | $1,967 -2.7% | 0.95% |
| 2020 | $2,021 +12.0% | 1.01% |
| 2019 | $1,805 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,528
per year
Monthly Tax
$185
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Okanogan County
Tax: $2,194/yr Rate: 0.77%
Whitman County
Tax: $2,566/yr Rate: 0.79%
Adams County
Tax: $2,104/yr Rate: 0.84%
King County
Tax: $6,785/yr Rate: 0.84%
Mason County
Tax: $2,833/yr Rate: 0.75%
Lewis County
Tax: $2,433/yr Rate: 0.71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Columbia County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Columbia County is $2,215 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $256,100.
How does Columbia County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Columbia County are 15% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.86% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Columbia County? ▼
In Columbia County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,154 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,312. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Columbia County? ▼
Property taxes in Columbia County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $71,528. 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.