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Washoe County

Washoe County, Nevada

Effective Tax Rate

0.46%

Median Annual Tax

$2,297

How Washoe County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Washoe County$2,297
Nevada State Average$1,499
National Average$1,924

Washoe County

0.46%

Effective rate

Nevada Avg

0.50%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,319

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,248

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,297

Monthly Escrow

$191

Effective Rate

0.46%

vs. Nevada State Average▲ 53.2% above
vs. National Average▼ 14.6% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Washoe County, Nevada?
The effective property tax rate in Washoe County, Nevada is 0.46%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Washoe County?
The median annual property tax payment in Washoe County is $2,297. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,319, while those without a mortgage pay $2,248.
How does Washoe County compare to the Nevada average?
Washoe County's effective tax rate of 0.46% is lower than the Nevada state average of 0.50%. The median annual property tax in Washoe County is $2,297, compared to the state average of $1,499.
What is the median home value in Washoe County, Nevada?
The median home value in Washoe County, Nevada is $496,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Nevada?
Property taxes in Nevada are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

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Lyon County(NV)

Rate0.46%
Median Tax$1,585

Nye County(NV)

Rate0.47%
Median Tax$1,256

Douglas County(NV)

Rate0.45%
Median Tax$2,649

White Pine County(NV)

Rate0.49%
Median Tax$968
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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