Cowlitz County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 28,716.
The median annual property tax in Cowlitz County is $2,988, which is 1% lower than the Washington state average and 55% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $367,400. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,988
-1% vs State
+55% vs US
Median Home Value
$367,400
-8% vs State
+74% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
+7% vs State
-15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,096
$258/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,768
$231/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 | $2,988 +5.9% | 0.81% |
| 2022 | $2,821 +13.7% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $2,481 +7.2% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $2,315 +7.2% | 0.94% |
| 2019 | $2,160 | 0.98% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,932
per year
Monthly Tax
$249
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Whatcom County
Tax: $3,819/yr Rate: 0.71%
Skagit County
Tax: $4,008/yr Rate: 0.82%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,215/yr Rate: 0.86%
Lewis County
Tax: $2,433/yr Rate: 0.71%
Pacific County
Tax: $2,250/yr Rate: 0.82%
Benton County
Tax: $2,910/yr Rate: 0.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cowlitz County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cowlitz County is $2,988 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $367,400.
How does Cowlitz County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cowlitz County are 55% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cowlitz County? ▼
In Cowlitz County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,096 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,768. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cowlitz County? ▼
Property taxes in Cowlitz County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $72,932. 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.