98592 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 98592 (Union, Washington) pay a median of $2,835/year in property taxes on homes valued at $520,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.54%, which is 29% below the Washington state average of 0.77%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 98592 is approximately $236, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Mason County. This is $757 less than the Washington average of $3,592/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Washington, 98592 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 98320 (0.55%) and 98946 (0.54%).

In Union, property taxes represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $111,000, 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.