98284 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 98284 (Sedro Woolley, Washington) pay a median of $3,082/year in property taxes on homes valued at $427,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.72%, which is 6% below the Washington state average of 0.77%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 98284 is approximately $257, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Skagit County. This is $510 less than the Washington average of $3,592/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Washington, 98284 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 99118 (0.72%) and 98611 (0.72%).

In Sedro Woolley, property taxes represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $82,097, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Washington imposes no property tax cap; Skagit County Assessor reassesses at market value when you buy, and your assessed value may increase annually without limit. Skagit County residents age 61+ or disabled persons with household income below the state threshold (approximately $40,000–$45,000) may apply for the Senior/Disabled Property Tax Exemption to lower taxable value. File your exemption application with the Skagit County Assessor by March 31 to secure the tax reduction; if you miss the deadline, the exemption will not apply until the following year.