98266 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 98266 (Maple Falls, Washington) pay a median of $1,508/year in property taxes on homes valued at $358,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.42%, which is 45% below the Washington state average of 0.77%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 98266 is approximately $126, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Whatcom County. This is $2,084 less than the Washington average of $3,592/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Washington, 98266 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 98852 (0.42%) and 99017 (0.41%).

In Maple Falls, property taxes represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $53,115, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Washington property reassesses at market value upon sale with no state cap; Whatcom County Assessor will establish your assessed value at purchase price with unrestricted annual growth. Whatcom County offers the Senior/Disabled Property Tax Exemption for homeowners 61+ or disabled with qualifying income (state limit approximately $40,000–$45,000) — this significantly reduces your tax burden if eligible. Contact the Whatcom County Assessor immediately after purchase to apply for senior or disability exemptions; the annual filing deadline is March 31.