Lincoln County Property Taxes

Lincoln County, Washington

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

46.5% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$135/mo escrow

#2 of 39 counties in Washington

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.60%

vs. Washington Avg46.5% below
vs. National Avg39.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$272,300

State avg $397,674

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,785

$149/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,429

$119/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#2

of 39 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lincoln County, Washington

Lincoln County offers lowest tax rates statewide

Lincoln County's effective tax rate of 0.595% stands well below the U.S. median of 0.71%, placing it in the 20th percentile nationally. The median tax bill of $1,621 is 40% lower than the national median of $2,690, reflecting both low rates and modest property values.

Lowest-taxed county in Washington

Lincoln County ranks 39th and last among Washington's counties with an effective rate of 0.595%, significantly undercutting the statewide average of 0.761%. Rural Eastern Washington location drives both lower taxes and lower property values.

Most favorable rates in Eastern Washington

Lincoln County's 0.595% rate is the lowest regionally, beating Klickitat (0.618%), Lewis (0.712%), and Okanogan (0.772%). The county provides genuine tax relief for owners of modest rural properties.

Median annual tax stays under $1,650

Lincoln County's median home value of $272,300 produces an annual tax bill of just $1,621. Mortgaged properties average $1,785, while mortgage-free homes average $1,429.

Even low-tax counties see overassessments

Rural properties in Lincoln County can still be overassessed, especially in years when comparable sales data lags. A simple appeal ensures your assessed value reflects current market conditions.

How Lincoln County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lincoln County$1,621
Washington State Average$3,028
National Average$1,924

Lincoln County

0.60%

Effective rate

Washington Avg

0.76%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lincoln County, Washington?
The effective property tax rate in Lincoln County, Washington is 0.60%. 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 Lincoln County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lincoln County is $1,621. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,785, while those without a mortgage pay $1,429.
How does Lincoln County compare to the Washington average?
Lincoln County's effective tax rate of 0.60% is lower than the Washington state average of 0.76%. The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,621, compared to the state average of $3,028.
What is the median home value in Lincoln County, Washington?
The median home value in Lincoln County, Washington is $272,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lincoln County a low property tax area in Washington?
Yes — Lincoln County's effective property tax rate of 0.60% is below the Washington average of 0.76%. The median annual property tax of $1,621 is also lower the state average of $3,028, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lincoln County rank for property taxes in Washington?
Lincoln County ranks #2 out of 39 counties in Washington by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.60% and median annual tax of $1,621, 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.