Douglas County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 10,746.
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $3,168, which is 5% higher than the Washington state average and 65% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $402,900. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,168
+5% vs State
+65% vs US
Median Home Value
$402,900
+1% vs State
+90% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.79%
+4% vs State
-17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,419
$285/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,624
$219/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 | $3,168 +6.8% | 0.79% |
| 2022 | $2,967 +14.0% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $2,602 +5.8% | 0.85% |
| 2020 | $2,459 +4.3% | 0.86% |
| 2019 | $2,358 | 0.87% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,374
per year
Monthly Tax
$264
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Ferry County
Tax: $1,792/yr Rate: 0.65%
Pierce County
Tax: $4,555/yr Rate: 0.94%
Garfield County
Tax: $1,306/yr Rate: 0.61%
Thurston County
Tax: $4,043/yr Rate: 0.90%
Lewis County
Tax: $2,433/yr Rate: 0.71%
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,621/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Douglas County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $3,168 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $402,900.
How does Douglas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County are 65% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.79% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
In Douglas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,419 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,624. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $80,374. 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.