98381 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 98381 (Sekiu, Washington) pay a median of $1,691/year in property taxes on homes valued at $203,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.83%, which is 9% above the Washington state average of 0.77%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 98381 is approximately $141, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Clallam County. This is $1,901 less than the Washington average of $3,592/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Washington, 98381 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 98394 (0.83%) and 98685 (0.83%).

In Sekiu, property taxes represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $53,879, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Washington does not cap property tax increases; Clallam County Assessor reassesses at market value when you purchase, resetting the tax base to your sale price. Clallam County offers the Senior/Disabled Property Tax Exemption for homeowners 61+ or disabled with qualifying income (state threshold approximately $40,000–$45,000) — this reduces the taxable portion of your home's assessed value. Contact the Clallam County Assessor immediately after purchase to apply for senior or disability relief; submit your application by March 31 to activate the exemption for the current tax year.