98222 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 98222 (Blakely Island, Washington) pay a median of $3,571/year in property taxes on homes valued at $741,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.48%, which is 37% below the Washington state average of 0.77%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 98222 is approximately $298, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within San Juan County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Washington, 98222 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 98943 (0.48%) and 98833 (0.49%).

In Blakely Island, property taxes represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $104,412, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Washington does not cap property tax growth; San Juan County Assessor revalues your home to fair market value at sale with no statutory annual increase limit. San Juan County qualifies seniors (61+) and disabled homeowners with income around the state threshold (approximately $40,000–$45,000) for the Senior/Disabled Property Tax Exemption, which exempts a portion of home value from taxation. Submit your exemption application to the San Juan County Assessor by March 31 to activate the benefit and reduce your annual tax obligation.