98588 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 98588 (Tahuya, Washington) pay a median of $2,471/year in property taxes on homes valued at $325,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.76%, which is near the Washington state average of 0.77%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 98588 is approximately $206, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Mason County. This is $1,121 less than the Washington average of $3,592/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Washington, 98588 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 98380 (0.76%) and 98346 (0.76%).

In Tahuya, property taxes represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $72,448, 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.