Lincoln County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 3,658.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,621, which is 46% lower than the Washington state average and 16% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $272,300. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,621
-46% vs State
-16% vs US
Median Home Value
$272,300
-32% vs State
+29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-21% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,785
$149/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,429
$119/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 | $1,621 +1.6% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $1,595 +12.5% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $1,418 -1.7% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $1,443 +6.6% | 0.83% |
| 2019 | $1,354 | 0.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,227
per year
Monthly Tax
$135
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Clark County
Tax: $4,080/yr Rate: 0.84%
Stevens County
Tax: $2,016/yr Rate: 0.65%
Klickitat County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 0.62%
Clallam County
Tax: $2,860/yr Rate: 0.74%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,215/yr Rate: 0.86%
Whatcom County
Tax: $3,819/yr Rate: 0.71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,621 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $272,300.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 16% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,785 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,429. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $71,227. 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.