Adams County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 4,351.
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $2,104, which is 31% lower than the Washington state average and 9% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $251,300. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,104
-31% vs State
+9% vs US
Median Home Value
$251,300
-37% vs State
+19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+11% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,612
$218/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,755
$146/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 | $2,104 +7.7% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $1,953 +12.6% | 0.90% |
| 2021 | $1,735 +2.2% | 0.99% |
| 2020 | $1,698 -0.6% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $1,709 | 1.11% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,042
per year
Monthly Tax
$175
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Lewis County
Tax: $2,433/yr Rate: 0.71%
Klickitat County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 0.62%
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,621/yr Rate: 0.60%
Kittitas County
Tax: $3,255/yr Rate: 0.71%
San Juan County
Tax: $4,131/yr Rate: 0.57%
Pend Oreille County
Tax: $2,048/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Adams County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $2,104 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $251,300.
How does Adams County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County are 9% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Adams County? ▼
In Adams County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,612 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,755. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Adams County? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $65,042. 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.