Pierce County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 224,645.
The median annual property tax in Pierce County is $4,555, which is 50% higher than the Washington state average and 137% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $484,400. Property taxes represent 4.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,555
+50% vs State
+137% vs US
Median Home Value
$484,400
+22% vs State
+129% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.94%
+24% vs State
-1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,533
$378/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,619
$385/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 | $4,555 +4.4% | 0.94% |
| 2022 | $4,361 +11.5% | 0.98% |
| 2021 | $3,912 +6.6% | 1.06% |
| 2020 | $3,669 +5.4% | 1.09% |
| 2019 | $3,480 | 1.15% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$96,632
per year
Monthly Tax
$380
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Chelan County
Tax: $3,235/yr Rate: 0.71%
Whitman County
Tax: $2,566/yr Rate: 0.79%
Ferry County
Tax: $1,792/yr Rate: 0.65%
Klickitat County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 0.62%
Adams County
Tax: $2,104/yr Rate: 0.84%
Yakima County
Tax: $2,299/yr Rate: 0.82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pierce County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pierce County is $4,555 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $484,400.
How does Pierce County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pierce County are 137% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.94% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pierce County? ▼
In Pierce County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,533 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,619. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pierce County? ▼
Property taxes in Pierce County represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $96,632. 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.