Franklin County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 20,405.
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $2,638, which is 13% lower than the Washington state average and 37% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $345,700. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,638
-13% vs State
+37% vs US
Median Home Value
$345,700
-13% vs State
+63% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.76%
+0% vs State
-20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,701
$225/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,495
$208/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 | $2,638 +3.1% | 0.76% |
| 2022 | $2,558 +9.1% | 0.83% |
| 2021 | $2,345 +7.1% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $2,189 +1.1% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $2,166 | 1.07% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,755
per year
Monthly Tax
$220
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Stevens County
Tax: $2,016/yr Rate: 0.65%
Whitman County
Tax: $2,566/yr Rate: 0.79%
Ferry County
Tax: $1,792/yr Rate: 0.65%
Mason County
Tax: $2,833/yr Rate: 0.75%
Skagit County
Tax: $4,008/yr Rate: 0.82%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,168/yr Rate: 0.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Franklin County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $2,638 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $345,700.
How does Franklin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County are 37% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.76% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
In Franklin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,701 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,495. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $82,755. 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.