Yakima County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 54,112.
The median annual property tax in Yakima County is $2,299, which is 24% lower than the Washington state average and 20% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $281,100. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,299
-24% vs State
+20% vs US
Median Home Value
$281,100
-29% vs State
+33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
+8% vs State
-14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,483
$207/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,943
$162/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 | $2,299 +7.2% | 0.82% |
| 2022 | $2,144 +10.2% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $1,945 +4.2% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $1,867 +4.4% | 0.98% |
| 2019 | $1,789 | 1.02% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,015
per year
Monthly Tax
$192
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Cowlitz County
Tax: $2,988/yr Rate: 0.81%
Thurston County
Tax: $4,043/yr Rate: 0.90%
Island County
Tax: $3,765/yr Rate: 0.70%
Benton County
Tax: $2,910/yr Rate: 0.79%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,168/yr Rate: 0.79%
Clallam County
Tax: $2,860/yr Rate: 0.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Yakima County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Yakima County is $2,299 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $281,100.
How does Yakima County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Yakima County are 20% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.82% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Yakima County? ▼
In Yakima County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,483 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,943. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Yakima County? ▼
Property taxes in Yakima County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $68,015. 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.