Average Tax Assessment in Okanogan County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Okanogan County, Washington
Okanogan County has a total of 20,812 properties with a cumulative value of $3.8B. This represents 0.34% of all real estate value in Washington. The average property tax rate in Okanogan County is 1.02%, which is slightly higher than the state average of 1.01%. Property taxes in Okanogan County totaled $39.1M, with the average homeowner paying $1,883 in property taxes compared to the state average of $4,796. Property taxes are based on the assessed value of the property, which is typically lower than the market value.
The property tax timeline in Washington begins on January 1st when the property valuation date is set. Property value notices are issued from May to December and the property tax appeal deadline is July 1st or 30-60 days after the notice is issued. Finally, property tax bills are issued on February 14th.
Updated November 01, 2023
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Okanogan Auditor / Recorder | (509) 422-7240 |
| Okanogan Treasurer | (509) 422-7180 |
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Property Valuation Date: | January 1st |
| Property Value Notices Issued: | May - December |
| Property Tax Appeal Deadline: | July 1st or 30-60 days after notice |
| Property Tax Bills Issued: | February 14th |
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (1st of #): | April 30th |
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (2nd of #): | October 31st |
| Available Exemptions | |
|---|---|
| Senior | Available |
| Disabled | Available |
| Homestead | Not Available |
| Veteran | Available |
| Charitable | Available |
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Real Estate Statistics in Okanogan County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Okanogan County
Okanogan County has an average property tax rate of 1.02%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.06%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. The average property tax bill in Okanogan County is $1,883. Property tax rates vary across the cities in the county, with Brewster having the highest effective rate of 1.2% and Riverside having the lowest rate of 0.86%. This means that property owners in Brewster will pay more in taxes than those in Riverside. Property taxes in Okanogan County are generally lower than the state average, making it an attractive option for those looking to purchase property in the area.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Okanogan County. The tax assessment value may differ from the potential sale value, and is used to calculate the property tax for each piece of real estate.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewster | $48,400 | $100,650 | $150,900 | $236,350 | $370,700 |
| Carlton | $86,720 | $159,900 | $233,000 | $340,800 | $478,040 |
| Coulee Dam | $37,000 | $73,950 | $123,900 | $168,550 | $212,000 |
| Loomis | $24,500 | $65,150 | $120,050 | $205,575 | $351,820 |
| Mazama | $58,800 | $165,100 | $291,000 | $524,150 | $680,400 |
| Okanogan | $35,000 | $83,025 | $143,350 | $213,400 | $320,850 |
| Omak | $32,260 | $82,100 | $139,500 | $207,700 | $297,560 |
| Oroville | $30,800 | $61,600 | $117,800 | $208,100 | $331,800 |
| Pateros | $81,850 | $142,725 | $223,500 | $342,200 | $436,900 |
| Riverside | $26,360 | $63,200 | $127,500 | $195,900 | $306,200 |
| Tonasket | $25,140 | $52,200 | $112,000 | $182,400 | $268,500 |
| Twisp | $76,960 | $148,000 | $221,600 | $343,150 | $456,200 |
| Winthrop | $93,280 | $186,350 | $307,900 | $430,850 | $565,260 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Okanogan County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewster | $427 | $1,108 | $1,906 | $3,009 | $4,776 |
| Carlton | $780 | $1,450 | $2,373 | $3,537 | $5,028 |
| Coulee Dam | $0 | $540 | $1,217 | $1,870 | $2,443 |
| Loomis | $136 | $459 | $1,044 | $1,891 | $3,251 |
| Mazama | $456 | $1,580 | $2,957 | $5,454 | $7,123 |
| Okanogan | $122 | $709 | $1,608 | $2,598 | $3,837 |
| Omak | $73 | $621 | $1,378 | $2,231 | $3,213 |
| Oroville | $152 | $507 | $1,153 | $2,107 | $3,456 |
| Pateros | $740 | $1,388 | $2,531 | $3,991 | $5,283 |
| Riverside | $79 | $450 | $1,027 | $1,817 | $2,843 |
| Tonasket | $144 | $479 | $1,057 | $1,932 | $2,956 |
| Twisp | $395 | $1,269 | $2,210 | $3,436 | $4,694 |
| Winthrop | $769 | $1,797 | $3,158 | $4,467 | $5,914 |
Effective Property Tax Rate
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the property tax bill by the assessed value. For the percentiles below, the calculation is performed using the percentiles for property tax bill and assessed value above. Therefore, each consecutive percentile doesn't necessarily show a larger value.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewster | 0.88% | 1.10% | 1.26% | 1.27% | 1.29% |
| Carlton | 0.90% | 0.91% | 1.02% | 1.04% | 1.05% |
| Coulee Dam | 0.00% | 0.73% | 0.98% | 1.11% | 1.15% |
| Loomis | 0.56% | 0.70% | 0.87% | 0.92% | 0.92% |
| Mazama | 0.78% | 0.96% | 1.02% | 1.04% | 1.05% |
| Okanogan | 0.35% | 0.85% | 1.12% | 1.22% | 1.20% |
| Omak | 0.23% | 0.76% | 0.99% | 1.07% | 1.08% |
| Oroville | 0.49% | 0.82% | 0.98% | 1.01% | 1.04% |
| Pateros | 0.90% | 0.97% | 1.13% | 1.17% | 1.21% |
| Riverside | 0.30% | 0.71% | 0.81% | 0.93% | 0.93% |
| Tonasket | 0.57% | 0.92% | 0.94% | 1.06% | 1.10% |
| Twisp | 0.51% | 0.86% | 1.00% | 1.00% | 1.03% |
| Winthrop | 0.82% | 0.96% | 1.03% | 1.04% | 1.05% |
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Real Estate Values in Okanogan County
The data from Redfin shows that home prices in Okanogan County have increased significantly from October 2022 to October 2023, with a 90.82% increase in median home price. This indicates that the housing market in Okanogan County is strong and that demand for homes is high. Additionally, the home inventory in Okanogan County has also increased slightly from 174 in October 2022 to 183 in October 2023, indicating that there is an increase in the number of homes available for sale. Overall, these trends suggest that the housing market in Okanogan County is healthy and that home prices are likely to continue to rise in the near future.
Average Home Value in Okanogan County, Washington
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Okanogan County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Okanogan County
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Mortgage Rates in Okanogan County
Mortgages in Okanogan County are a significant part of the local economy, with a total outstanding loan amount of $773.1M across 4.6K loans. This represents a significant portion of the total home value in the county, and is indicative of the importance of mortgages in the local housing market.
The median mortgage rate in Okanogan County varies across cities, with the highest rate being 4.27% in Carlton and the lowest rate being 3.95% in Twisp. This variation in rates is indicative of the competitive nature of the mortgage market in the county, with lenders offering different rates to attract borrowers. This competition helps to ensure that borrowers are able to find the best possible rate for their mortgage needs.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Okanogan County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewster | $38,584 | $78,643 | $127,535 | $196,199 | $296,684 |
| Carlton | $97,202 | $138,857 | $188,290 | $253,035 | $349,021 |
| Coulee Dam | $44,740 | $67,151 | $103,952 | $147,557 | $204,065 |
| Loomis | $30,934 | $63,326 | $100,482 | $155,247 | $215,781 |
| Mazama | $59,189 | $87,813 | $181,396 | $303,688 | $458,783 |
| Okanogan | $47,144 | $76,275 | $123,989 | $186,848 | $250,832 |
| Omak | $49,462 | $83,586 | $125,375 | $184,492 | $268,985 |
| Oroville | $33,162 | $73,033 | $135,410 | $213,739 | $322,831 |
| Pateros | $60,576 | $108,157 | $167,374 | $246,412 | $358,228 |
| Riverside | $28,326 | $66,287 | $120,295 | $179,865 | $247,880 |
| Tonasket | $26,781 | $60,699 | $122,497 | $187,095 | $273,382 |
| Twisp | $74,223 | $121,278 | $174,736 | $274,102 | $388,809 |
| Winthrop | $72,150 | $124,392 | $186,681 | $278,744 | $395,804 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Okanogan County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewster | 2.90% | 3.55% | 4.13% | 5.11% | 6.30% |
| Carlton | 3.05% | 3.60% | 4.27% | 4.80% | 6.55% |
| Coulee Dam | 2.97% | 3.55% | 4.10% | 4.84% | 6.00% |
| Loomis | 2.80% | 3.27% | 4.12% | 5.87% | 6.56% |
| Mazama | 3.10% | 3.67% | 4.02% | 5.38% | 6.12% |
| Okanogan | 3.00% | 3.60% | 4.11% | 4.94% | 6.23% |
| Omak | 2.90% | 3.40% | 4.05% | 5.07% | 6.27% |
| Oroville | 2.90% | 3.27% | 3.97% | 5.04% | 6.32% |
| Pateros | 2.90% | 3.60% | 4.16% | 5.00% | 6.01% |
| Riverside | 3.10% | 3.55% | 4.16% | 5.19% | 6.46% |
| Tonasket | 2.99% | 3.55% | 4.16% | 5.60% | 6.60% |
| Twisp | 2.90% | 3.50% | 3.95% | 4.50% | 5.75% |
| Winthrop | 2.90% | 3.50% | 4.00% | 4.68% | 6.00% |
Housing Expenses in Okanogan County, Washington
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