Garfield County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 809.
The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $1,306, which is 57% lower than the Washington state average and 32% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $214,200. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,306
-57% vs State
-32% vs US
Median Home Value
$214,200
-46% vs State
+1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
-20% vs State
-36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,757
$146/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,090
$91/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 | $1,306 -2.8% | 0.61% |
| 2022 | $1,344 +5.8% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $1,270 +0.9% | 0.78% |
| 2020 | $1,259 -12.9% | 0.83% |
| 2019 | $1,445 | 0.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,411
per year
Monthly Tax
$109
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Pend Oreille County
Tax: $2,048/yr Rate: 0.67%
Wahkiakum County
Tax: $2,084/yr Rate: 0.60%
King County
Tax: $6,785/yr Rate: 0.84%
Klickitat County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 0.62%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,215/yr Rate: 0.86%
Kitsap County
Tax: $4,030/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Garfield County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $1,306 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $214,200.
How does Garfield County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Garfield County are 32% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Garfield County? ▼
In Garfield County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,757 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,090. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Garfield County? ▼
Property taxes in Garfield County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $62,411. 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.