TaxBy County

Chelan County

Chelan County, Washington

Effective Tax Rate

0.71%

Median Annual Tax

$3,235

How Chelan County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Chelan County$3,235
Washington State Average$3,028
National Average$1,924

Chelan County

0.71%

Effective rate

Washington Avg

0.76%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,268

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,190

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$3,235

Monthly Escrow

$270

Effective Rate

0.71%

vs. Washington State Average▲ 6.8% above
vs. National Average▲ 20.3% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Chelan County, Washington?
The effective property tax rate in Chelan County, Washington is 0.71%. 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 Chelan County?
The median annual property tax payment in Chelan County is $3,235. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,268, while those without a mortgage pay $3,190.
How does Chelan County compare to the Washington average?
Chelan County's effective tax rate of 0.71% is lower than the Washington state average of 0.76%. The median annual property tax in Chelan County is $3,235, compared to the state average of $3,028.
What is the median home value in Chelan County, Washington?
The median home value in Chelan County, Washington is $454,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Washington?
Property taxes in Washington 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.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Lewis County(WA)

Rate0.71%
Median Tax$2,433

Whatcom County(WA)

Rate0.71%
Median Tax$3,819

Kittitas County(WA)

Rate0.71%
Median Tax$3,255

Skamania County(WA)

Rate0.72%
Median Tax$3,380
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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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