Whitman County, Washington Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Washington. Population: 8,365.
The median annual property tax in Whitman County is $2,566, which is 15% lower than the Washington state average and 33% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $323,300. Property taxes represent 4.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,566
-15% vs State
+33% vs US
Median Home Value
$323,300
-19% vs State
+53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.79%
+4% vs State
-17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,759
$230/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,274
$190/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 | $2,566 +0.7% | 0.79% |
| 2022 | $2,549 +11.6% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $2,285 +3.1% | 0.93% |
| 2020 | $2,217 +1.1% | 0.96% |
| 2019 | $2,193 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,893
per year
Monthly Tax
$214
per month
Other Counties in Washington
Okanogan County
Tax: $2,194/yr Rate: 0.77%
Kittitas County
Tax: $3,255/yr Rate: 0.71%
Pacific County
Tax: $2,250/yr Rate: 0.82%
Douglas County
Tax: $3,168/yr Rate: 0.79%
Garfield County
Tax: $1,306/yr Rate: 0.61%
San Juan County
Tax: $4,131/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Whitman County, Washington? ▼
The median annual property tax in Whitman County is $2,566 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $323,300.
How does Whitman County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Whitman County are 33% 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 Whitman County? ▼
In Whitman County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,759 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,274. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Whitman County? ▼
Property taxes in Whitman County represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $52,893. 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.