98584 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 98584 (Shelton, Washington) pay a median of $2,910/year in property taxes on homes valued at $365,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.80%, which is 4% above the Washington state average of 0.77%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 98584 is approximately $243, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Mason County. This is $682 less than the Washington average of $3,592/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Washington, 98584 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 98057 (0.80%) and 98597 (0.80%).

In Shelton, property taxes represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $73,149, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Washington has no state income tax and does not reassess property at sale — your assessed value remains stable unless you undertake significant improvements or the county schedules a revaluation cycle. Mason County provides a Senior/Disabled Exemption Program (income-based, available to owners 61+ or permanently disabled) and a Property Tax Reduction Program for low-income residents — contact the Mason County Assessor to apply before annual deadlines. Obtain a copy of your property's assessment history from the Mason County Assessor within 30 days of closing to ensure accuracy and establish your baseline for future appeals.