Whatcom County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 58,708.
The median annual property tax in Whatcom County is $3,819, which is 26% higher than the Washington state average and 99% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $536,100. Property taxes represent 4.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,819
+26% vs State
+99% vs US
Median Home Value
$536,100
+35% vs State
+153% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.71%
-7% vs State
-25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,876
$323/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,713
$309/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 | $3,819 +8.4% | 0.71% |
| 2022 | $3,523 +10.1% | 0.74% |
| 2021 | $3,199 +8.7% | 0.81% |
| 2020 | $2,943 +3.8% | 0.80% |
| 2019 | $2,836 | 0.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,989
per year
Monthly Tax
$318
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Columbia County
Tax: $2,215/yr Rate: 0.86%
Wahkiakum County
Tax: $2,084/yr Rate: 0.60%
Thurston County
Tax: $4,043/yr Rate: 0.90%
Skamania County
Tax: $3,380/yr Rate: 0.72%
Yakima County
Tax: $2,299/yr Rate: 0.82%
San Juan County
Tax: $4,131/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Whatcom County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Whatcom County is $3,819 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $536,100.
How does Whatcom County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Whatcom County are 99% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.71% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Whatcom County? ▼
In Whatcom County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,876 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,713. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Whatcom County? ▼
Property taxes in Whatcom County represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $80,989. 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.