Chelan County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 19,521.
The median annual property tax in Chelan County is $3,235, which is 7% higher than the Washington state average and 68% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $454,900. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,235
+7% vs State
+68% vs US
Median Home Value
$454,900
+14% vs State
+115% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.71%
-7% vs State
-25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,268
$272/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,190
$266/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 | $3,235 +5.0% | 0.71% |
| 2022 | $3,082 +8.3% | 0.75% |
| 2021 | $2,845 +7.0% | 0.81% |
| 2020 | $2,660 +6.7% | 0.85% |
| 2019 | $2,494 | 0.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,306
per year
Monthly Tax
$270
per month
Other Counties in Washington
San Juan County
Tax: $4,131/yr Rate: 0.57%
Stevens County
Tax: $2,016/yr Rate: 0.65%
Grant County
Tax: $2,268/yr Rate: 0.82%
Ferry County
Tax: $1,792/yr Rate: 0.65%
Walla Walla County
Tax: $3,386/yr Rate: 0.90%
Snohomish County
Tax: $5,121/yr Rate: 0.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chelan County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chelan County is $3,235 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $454,900.
How does Chelan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chelan County are 68% 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 Chelan County? ▼
In Chelan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,268 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,190. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chelan County? ▼
Property taxes in Chelan County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $78,306. 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.