98396 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 98396 (Wilkeson, Washington) pay a median of $4,238/year in property taxes on homes valued at $489,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.87%, which is 13% above the Washington state average of 0.77%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 98396 is approximately $353, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Pierce County. This is $646 more than the Washington average of $3,592/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Washington, 98396 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 98027 (0.87%) and 98208 (0.87%).

In Wilkeson, property taxes represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $103,750, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Washington reassesses at market value upon sale with no growth cap; Pierce County Assessor will revalue your home to purchase price, and assessed value may rise annually without limit. Pierce County residents age 61+ or disabled with household income below the state threshold (approximately $40,000–$45,000) may claim the Senior/Disabled Property Tax Exemption to exempt a portion of home value from taxation. File your exemption application with the Pierce County Assessor by March 31 to ensure the benefit applies to your tax year; applicants missing the deadline must wait until the following year.