Mason County Property Taxes

Mason County, Washington

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

6.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$236/mo escrow

#17 of 39 counties in Washington

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.75%

vs. Washington Avg6.4% below
vs. National Avg5.3% above

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$377,400

State avg $397,674

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,834

$236/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$2,830

$236/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#17

of 39 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Mason County, Washington

Mason County taxes above national median

Mason County's effective tax rate of 0.751% surpasses the U.S. median of 0.71%, placing it in the 60th percentile nationally. The median tax bill of $2,833 exceeds the national median of $2,690, reflecting slightly elevated rates on moderately valued rural property.

Above-average taxes in Washington

Mason County ranks 9th among Washington's 39 counties with an effective rate of 0.751%, sitting just below the statewide average of 0.761%. The county imposes higher tax pressure than most rural peers.

Higher rates than most Southwest neighbors

Mason County's 0.751% rate exceeds Klickitat (0.618%), Lewis (0.712%), and Kittitas (0.708%), though it trails Kitsap County (0.797%). Regional position reflects above-average public service demands.

Median annual tax reaches $2,833

With a median home value of $377,400, Mason County homeowners typically pay $2,833 in annual property taxes. Mortgaged and mortgage-free properties average nearly identical amounts at $2,834 and $2,830.

Challenge overvalued assessments promptly

Mason County homeowners should monitor their assessed values against recent comparable sales, as overassessment in above-average-tax counties compounds quickly. Filing an appeal costs nothing and directly reduces your tax liability.

How Mason County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Mason County$2,833
Washington State Average$3,028
National Average$1,924

Mason County

0.75%

Effective rate

Washington Avg

0.76%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Mason County, Washington?
The effective property tax rate in Mason County, Washington is 0.75%. 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 Mason County?
The median annual property tax payment in Mason County is $2,833. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,834, while those without a mortgage pay $2,830.
How does Mason County compare to the Washington average?
Mason County's effective tax rate of 0.75% is lower than the Washington state average of 0.76%. The median annual property tax in Mason County is $2,833, compared to the state average of $3,028.
What is the median home value in Mason County, Washington?
The median home value in Mason County, Washington is $377,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Mason County a low property tax area in Washington?
Yes — Mason County's effective property tax rate of 0.75% is below the Washington average of 0.76%. The median annual property tax of $2,833 is also lower the state average of $3,028, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Mason County rank for property taxes in Washington?
Mason County ranks #17 out of 39 counties in Washington by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.75% and median annual tax of $2,833, it falls in the middle 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.