Chelan County Property Taxes
Chelan County, Washington
Effective Tax Rate
0.00%
6.8% above state avgMedian Annual Tax
$0
$270/mo escrow
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Annual Tax
$0
Monthly
$0
Eff. Rate
0.71%
At a Glance
Median Home Value
$454,900
State avg ▲ $397,674
Tax w/ Mortgage/yr
$3,268
$272/mo escrow
Tax w/o Mortgage/yr
$3,190
$266/mo
State Tax Rate Rank
#11
of 39 counties (1 = lowest)
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About Property Taxes in Chelan County, Washington
Chelan has one of state's lowest rates
Chelan County's effective tax rate of 0.711% sits below both the national median (0.761%) and Washington's state average (0.761%), landing it in the 40th percentile nationally. Despite this lower rate, the median property tax of $3,235 reflects the county's higher home values at $454,900.
Lowest rate among compared counties
Chelan County ranks 2nd in Washington for the lowest effective tax rate at 0.711%, well below the state average of 0.761%. This favorable rate makes Chelan attractive for property owners, though home prices are significantly higher here.
Chelan's low rate stands out regionally
At 0.711%, Chelan's effective rate beats all neighboring counties examined, including Benton (0.788%) and Clallam (0.742%). This advantage reflects the county's property tax structure and provides meaningful relief for buyers in the Wenatchee area.
$3,235 taxes on pricier homes here
Chelan County's median home value of $454,900 is among the highest in the region, resulting in a median annual property tax of $3,235. Homeowners with mortgages pay $3,268 yearly, while those without mortgages pay $3,190.
Even low rates warrant verification
Chelan County's favorable tax rate is a competitive advantage, but homeowners should still verify their assessments are accurate. If your home is worth less than its assessed value, an appeal could provide additional tax savings.
How Chelan County Compares
Median Annual Property Tax
Chelan County
0.71%
Effective rate
Washington Avg
0.76%
Effective rate
National Avg
0.91%
Effective rate
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Data updated: March 2026
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.