Snohomish County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 213,259.
The median annual property tax in Snohomish County is $5,121, which is 69% higher than the Washington state average and 166% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $644,600. Property taxes represent 4.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,121
+69% vs State
+166% vs US
Median Home Value
$644,600
+62% vs State
+205% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.79%
+4% vs State
-17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,200
$433/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,915
$410/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 | $5,121 +4.9% | 0.79% |
| 2022 | $4,883 +10.3% | 0.82% |
| 2021 | $4,426 +8.3% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $4,087 +6.2% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $3,848 | 0.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$107,982
per year
Monthly Tax
$427
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Whatcom County
Tax: $3,819/yr Rate: 0.71%
Okanogan County
Tax: $2,194/yr Rate: 0.77%
Kitsap County
Tax: $4,030/yr Rate: 0.80%
Yakima County
Tax: $2,299/yr Rate: 0.82%
King County
Tax: $6,785/yr Rate: 0.84%
Stevens County
Tax: $2,016/yr Rate: 0.65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Snohomish County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Snohomish County is $5,121 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $644,600.
How does Snohomish County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Snohomish County are 166% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.79% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Snohomish County? ▼
In Snohomish County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,200 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,915. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Snohomish County? ▼
Property taxes in Snohomish County represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $107,982. 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.