Washoe County, Nevada Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nevada. Population: 116,406.
The median annual property tax in Washoe County is $2,297, which is 59% higher than the Nevada state average and 19% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $496,600. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,297
+59% vs State
+19% vs US
Median Home Value
$496,600
+65% vs State
+135% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
-12% vs State
-52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,319
$193/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,248
$187/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 | $2,297 +4.6% | 0.46% |
| 2022 | $2,196 +11.0% | 0.48% |
| 2021 | $1,978 +2.5% | 0.51% |
| 2020 | $1,930 +1.5% | 0.54% |
| 2019 | $1,901 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$85,600
per year
Monthly Tax
$191
per month
Other Counties in Nevada
Humboldt County
Tax: $1,309/yr Rate: 0.51%
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,135/yr Rate: 0.54%
Storey County
Tax: $1,578/yr Rate: 0.40%
Nye County
Tax: $1,256/yr Rate: 0.47%
Douglas County
Tax: $2,649/yr Rate: 0.45%
White Pine County
Tax: $968/yr Rate: 0.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washoe County, Nevada? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washoe County is $2,297 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $496,600.
How does Washoe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washoe County are 19% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washoe County? ▼
In Washoe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,319 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,248. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washoe County? ▼
Property taxes in Washoe County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $85,600. 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.