Average Tax Assessment in Skamania County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Skamania County, Washington
Skamania County has a total of 5,273 properties with a cumulative value of $1.4B. This accounts for 0.12% of all real estate value in Washington. Property taxes in Skamania County totaled $14.4M, with an average homeowner paying $2,774 in property taxes, which is lower than the state average of $4,796. The average property tax rate in Skamania County is 1.01%, which is the same as the state average. 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 | |
|---|---|
| Skamania Assessor | (509) 427-3720 |
| Skamania Treasurer | (509) 427-3761 |
| 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 Skamania County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Skamania County
Skamania County has an average property tax rate of 1.01%, which is slightly lower than the average rate for the rest of the state. This rate is applied to all properties in the county, regardless of location. However, the effective property tax rate can vary significantly between cities. For example, Washougal has the highest effective property tax rate in the county at 1.15%, while Carson has the lowest at 0.95%. This means that property owners in Washougal will pay more in taxes than those in Carson.
Overall, Skamania County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state. This is beneficial for property owners, as it helps to keep their tax bills low. However, it is important to note that the effective property tax rate can vary significantly between cities, so it is important to research the rates in each city before making a purchase.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Skamania 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson | $69,040 | $144,000 | $204,300 | $268,325 | $340,550 |
| North Bonneville | $122,250 | $214,575 | $263,650 | $294,625 | $345,710 |
| Stevenson | $124,720 | $199,975 | $280,050 | $370,650 | $478,550 |
| Underwood | $214,740 | $294,350 | $422,100 | $562,950 | $756,880 |
| Washougal | $137,000 | $229,500 | $311,500 | $405,400 | $495,460 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Skamania County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson | $386 | $1,233 | $2,027 | $2,688 | $3,449 |
| North Bonneville | $911 | $2,058 | $2,722 | $3,075 | $3,590 |
| Stevenson | $943 | $1,892 | $2,789 | $3,730 | $4,780 |
| Underwood | $1,685 | $2,927 | $4,285 | $5,741 | $7,831 |
| Washougal | $1,228 | $2,560 | $3,673 | $4,845 | $6,005 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson | 0.56% | 0.86% | 0.99% | 1.00% | 1.01% |
| North Bonneville | 0.75% | 0.96% | 1.03% | 1.04% | 1.04% |
| Stevenson | 0.76% | 0.95% | 1.00% | 1.01% | 1.00% |
| Underwood | 0.78% | 0.99% | 1.02% | 1.02% | 1.03% |
| Washougal | 0.90% | 1.12% | 1.18% | 1.20% | 1.21% |
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Real Estate Values in Skamania County
The median home price in Skamania County, Washington has not changed from October 2022 to October 2023, remaining at $595.0K. However, the home inventory in Skamania County has increased from 30 in October 2022 to 46 in October 2023, indicating an increase in demand for housing in the area. This suggests that home prices in Skamania County may be on the rise in the near future.
Average Home Value in Skamania County, Washington
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Skamania County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Skamania County
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Mortgage Rates in Skamania County
Skamania County has a total of $337.7M in outstanding home mortgage loans, with 1.3K loans in total. This represents a significant portion of the total home value in the county, and shows that homeowners are taking advantage of the low interest rates available in the area. The median mortgage rate in Skamania County varies from city to city, with North Bonneville having the highest rate at 4.21% and Carson having the lowest rate at 3.84%. This variation in rates allows homeowners to shop around and find the best deal for their particular situation. Overall, Skamania County is a great place to take out a mortgage, with competitive rates and a wide variety of options available.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Skamania County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson | $86,606 | $126,614 | $210,532 | $301,376 | $391,287 |
| North Bonneville | $69,029 | $104,884 | $156,104 | $261,660 | $360,497 |
| Stevenson | $69,131 | $133,016 | $211,741 | $307,191 | $419,036 |
| Underwood | $101,634 | $159,731 | $235,297 | $339,845 | $595,497 |
| Washougal | $105,042 | $167,007 | $256,810 | $357,413 | $471,956 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Skamania County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson | 2.90% | 3.24% | 3.84% | 4.92% | 6.14% |
| North Bonneville | 2.98% | 3.58% | 4.21% | 5.01% | 6.19% |
| Stevenson | 2.90% | 3.31% | 3.92% | 4.92% | 6.13% |
| Underwood | 3.00% | 3.54% | 4.15% | 4.60% | 5.87% |
| Washougal | 2.90% | 3.48% | 4.00% | 5.00% | 6.16% |
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