Kitsap County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 75,245.
The median annual property tax in Kitsap County is $4,030, which is 33% higher than the Washington state average and 110% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $505,700. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,030
+33% vs State
+110% vs US
Median Home Value
$505,700
+27% vs State
+139% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
+5% vs State
-16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,978
$332/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,185
$349/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 | $4,030 +4.9% | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $3,841 +8.6% | 0.83% |
| 2021 | $3,538 +6.5% | 0.90% |
| 2020 | $3,323 +7.6% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $3,089 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$98,546
per year
Monthly Tax
$336
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Whatcom County
Tax: $3,819/yr Rate: 0.71%
Skamania County
Tax: $3,380/yr Rate: 0.72%
Skagit County
Tax: $4,008/yr Rate: 0.82%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,168/yr Rate: 0.79%
Pacific County
Tax: $2,250/yr Rate: 0.82%
Stevens County
Tax: $2,016/yr Rate: 0.65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kitsap County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kitsap County is $4,030 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $505,700.
How does Kitsap County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kitsap County are 110% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kitsap County? ▼
In Kitsap County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,978 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,185. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kitsap County? ▼
Property taxes in Kitsap County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $98,546. 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.