Seattle is in King County, where Washington's no-state-income-tax policy applies. Compare property tax rates, calculate your bill, and see how Seattle compares to Washington and U.S. averages.
Effective Rate
0.84%
Median Home Value
$811,200
Median Tax Bill
$6,782
Tax on $400K Home
$3,344
Calculate Property Tax in Seattle
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Seattle, Washington has an effective property tax rate of 0.84%. This is calculated as median property taxes paid divided by median home value in King County, based on U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 data.
Seattle's effective rate of 0.84% compares to Washington's state average of 0.83%. This is higher than the state average.
The median home value in King County (which includes Seattle) is $811,200, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
Property tax due dates vary by Washington county. King County typically follows Washington state guidelines. Check with the county tax collector for exact deadlines.
Property tax in Seattle is calculated by multiplying your home's assessed value by the local effective tax rate (currently 0.84%). Exemptions like homestead, senior, or veteran exemptions may reduce your taxable value.