Benton County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 52,533.
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $2,910, which is 4% lower than the Washington state average and 51% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $369,400. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,910
-4% vs State
+51% vs US
Median Home Value
$369,400
-7% vs State
+75% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.79%
+4% vs State
-17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,947
$246/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,837
$236/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 | $2,910 +4.7% | 0.79% |
| 2022 | $2,779 +9.2% | 0.82% |
| 2021 | $2,544 +7.2% | 0.90% |
| 2020 | $2,374 +3.8% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $2,286 | 0.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$87,316
per year
Monthly Tax
$243
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Snohomish County
Tax: $5,121/yr Rate: 0.79%
Cowlitz County
Tax: $2,988/yr Rate: 0.81%
Jefferson County
Tax: $3,596/yr Rate: 0.73%
Adams County
Tax: $2,104/yr Rate: 0.84%
Klickitat County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 0.62%
Clallam County
Tax: $2,860/yr Rate: 0.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Benton County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $2,910 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $369,400.
How does Benton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County are 51% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.79% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Benton County? ▼
In Benton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,947 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,837. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Benton County? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $87,316. 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.