Ferry County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 2,373.
The median annual property tax in Ferry County is $1,792, which is 41% lower than the Washington state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $274,500. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,792
-41% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$274,500
-31% vs State
+30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.65%
-14% vs State
-32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,818
$152/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,769
$147/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 | $1,792 +5.2% | 0.65% |
| 2022 | $1,703 +8.5% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $1,569 +18.0% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $1,330 +8.4% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $1,227 | 0.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,650
per year
Monthly Tax
$149
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Walla Walla County
Tax: $3,386/yr Rate: 0.90%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,215/yr Rate: 0.86%
Kitsap County
Tax: $4,030/yr Rate: 0.80%
Snohomish County
Tax: $5,121/yr Rate: 0.79%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,168/yr Rate: 0.79%
Skagit County
Tax: $4,008/yr Rate: 0.82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ferry County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ferry County is $1,792 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $274,500.
How does Ferry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ferry County are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.65% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ferry County? ▼
In Ferry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,818 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,769. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ferry County? ▼
Property taxes in Ferry County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $54,650. 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.