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98439 Property Tax Rate

Lakewood, Washington · Part of Pierce County

ACS 2019-2023 · Updated Dec 2024

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

94.1% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$212

$18/mo escrow

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How ZIP 98439 Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

ZIP 98439$212
Washington Average$3,592
National Average$2,690

Property Tax Analysis

Property Tax Insights for ZIP 98439

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 98439 is approximately $18, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Pierce County. This is $3,380 less than the Washington average of $3,592/year.

In Lakewood, property taxes represent approximately 0.5% of the median household income of $47,056, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

If you're considering purchasing a home in 98439, keep in mind that property taxes are based on the assessed value assigned by the local assessor, which may differ from the purchase price. In some states, properties are reassessed at or near the sale price upon transfer of ownership. For the most current tax information for a specific property, consult Pierce County's tax assessor directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in ZIP code 98439?
The effective property tax rate in ZIP code 98439 (Lakewood, WA) is N/A. This rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax payment by the median home value within this ZIP Code Tabulation Area (ZCTA), based on U.S. Census Bureau data.
How much are property taxes in Lakewood, WA (98439)?
The median annual property tax payment in ZIP code 98439 is $212. This figure represents the typical amount paid by homeowners in this area. Actual taxes vary based on your assessed property value and any applicable exemptions.
How does ZIP 98439 compare to the Washington average?
ZIP code 98439's effective tax rate of N/A is not available for comparison. The median annual property tax in this ZIP is $212, compared to the state average of $3,592.
What is the median home value in ZIP 98439?
The median home value in ZIP code 98439 (Lakewood, WA) is N/A, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates at the ZCTA level.
What county is ZIP code 98439 in?
ZIP code 98439 is part of Pierce County in Washington. For broader county-level property tax data, including comparisons with other counties in Washington, visit the Pierce County profile on TaxByCounty.

Margin of Error

The median property tax estimate for this ZIP code has a margin of error of ±$122. ZCTA-level data has wider margins than county-level estimates due to smaller sample sizes.

County-Level Data

ZIP code 98439 is part of Pierce County, Washington. View the full county profile for broader context and more data.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates (ZCTA level). ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) are Census approximations of USPS ZIP codes.

Estimates are informational only and should not be used as financial or legal advice.

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