Grays Harbor County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 21,770.
The median annual property tax in Grays Harbor County is $2,441, which is 19% lower than the Washington state average and 27% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.87% on a median home value of $279,500. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,441
-19% vs State
+27% vs US
Median Home Value
$279,500
-30% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.87%
+14% vs State
-8% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,609
$217/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,202
$184/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 | $2,441 +8.9% | 0.87% |
| 2022 | $2,241 +13.4% | 0.90% |
| 2021 | $1,977 +6.6% | 0.93% |
| 2020 | $1,855 +2.3% | 0.96% |
| 2019 | $1,813 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,539
per year
Monthly Tax
$203
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Klickitat County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 0.62%
Pend Oreille County
Tax: $2,048/yr Rate: 0.67%
Okanogan County
Tax: $2,194/yr Rate: 0.77%
Thurston County
Tax: $4,043/yr Rate: 0.90%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,168/yr Rate: 0.79%
Clark County
Tax: $4,080/yr Rate: 0.84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Grays Harbor County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Grays Harbor County is $2,441 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.87% on a median home value of $279,500.
How does Grays Harbor County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Grays Harbor County are 27% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.87% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Grays Harbor County? ▼
In Grays Harbor County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,609 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,202. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Grays Harbor County? ▼
Property taxes in Grays Harbor County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $63,539. 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.