98620 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 98620 (Goldendale, Washington) pay a median of $1,669/year in property taxes on homes valued at $252,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.66%, which is 14% below the Washington state average of 0.77%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 98620 is approximately $139, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Klickitat County. This is $1,923 less than the Washington average of $3,592/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Washington, 98620 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 98230 (0.66%) and 98638 (0.66%).

In Goldendale, property taxes represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $55,029, 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 is locked in until major improvements are made or the county initiates a revaluation. Klickitat County offers a Senior/Disabled Exemption Program and Property Tax Reduction Program for income-qualified households — apply with the Klickitat County Assessor to receive exemptions that can significantly reduce your annual bill. Review your Notice of Assessed Valuation upon receipt and contact the Klickitat County Assessor within 30 days if you believe the assessment is inaccurate or you qualify for relief programs.