Garfield County Property Taxes

Garfield County, Washington

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

56.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$109/mo escrow

#4 of 39 counties in Washington

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.61%

vs. Washington Avg56.9% below
vs. National Avg51.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$214,200

State avg $397,674

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,757

$146/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,090

$91/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#4

of 39 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Garfield County, Washington

Garfield County ranks among nation's lowest

Garfield County's effective tax rate of 0.610% falls well below the national median of 0.67%, placing it in the 20th percentile nationally. At just $1,306 in annual median property taxes, homeowners pay $1,384 less than the national median—a remarkable bargain.

Washington's third-lowest effective tax rate

Garfield County ranks 3rd lowest among Washington's 39 counties with an effective rate of 0.610%, well below the state average of 0.761%. Its median tax of $1,306 is the second-lowest among the eight counties analyzed, reflecting both low rates and modest home values of $214,200.

Garfield leads the region in tax affordability

Garfield County's rate of 0.610% is the lowest in the region, beating Ferry County (0.653%), Franklin County (0.763%), and all higher-rate neighbors. With a median home value of just $214,200, Garfield offers the most affordable property tax environment for budget-conscious homeowners.

Lowest annual tax bill: just $1,306

A homeowner with Garfield County's median-valued property of $214,200 pays approximately $1,306 in annual property taxes. However, mortgage-related deductions raise this to $1,757, while outright owners pay only $1,090—the lowest absolute tax in the region.

Even low-rate counties have appeal opportunities

Despite Garfield's already-low rates, overassessed homeowners can still file appeals to reduce their tax burden further. Reviewing your assessment against recent sales of comparable properties can reveal if an appeal might save you money.

How Garfield County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Garfield County$1,306
Washington State Average$3,028
National Average$1,924

Garfield County

0.61%

Effective rate

Washington Avg

0.76%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Garfield County, Washington?
The effective property tax rate in Garfield County, Washington is 0.61%. 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 Garfield County?
The median annual property tax payment in Garfield County is $1,306. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,757, while those without a mortgage pay $1,090.
How does Garfield County compare to the Washington average?
Garfield County's effective tax rate of 0.61% is lower than the Washington state average of 0.76%. The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $1,306, compared to the state average of $3,028.
What is the median home value in Garfield County, Washington?
The median home value in Garfield County, Washington is $214,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Garfield County a low property tax area in Washington?
Yes — Garfield County's effective property tax rate of 0.61% is below the Washington average of 0.76%. The median annual property tax of $1,306 is also lower the state average of $3,028, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Garfield County rank for property taxes in Washington?
Garfield County ranks #4 out of 39 counties in Washington by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.61% and median annual tax of $1,306, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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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.