Average Tax Assessment in Yakima County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Yakima County, Washington
Yakima County has a total of 68,757 properties, with a cumulative value of $14.8B. This represents 1.30% of all real estate value in Washington. Property taxes in Yakima County totaled $167.2M, with an average homeowner paying $2,506 in property taxes, which is lower than the state average of $4,796. The average property tax rate in Yakima County is 1.13%, which is higher than the state average of 1.01%. Properties are valued for tax purposes based on their assessed value, 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 | |
|---|---|
| Yakima Assessor | (509) 574-1100 |
| Yakima Treasurer | (509) 574-2800 |
| Yakima Auditor / Recorder | (509) 574-1400 |
| 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 Yakima County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Yakima County
Yakima County has an average property tax rate of 1.13%, which is slightly lower than the national average of 1.19%. This rate is applied to all properties in the county, regardless of location. However, the effective property tax rate can vary significantly from city to city. For example, the city of Moxee has an effective property tax rate of 1.25%, which is higher than the county average, while the city of White Swan has an effective property tax rate of 0.88%, which is lower than the county average. This means that property owners in Moxee will pay more in taxes than those in White Swan. Overall, Yakima County has relatively low property tax rates compared to other counties in the state, making it an attractive option for homeowners.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Yakima 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowiche | $26,100 | $80,500 | $156,800 | $245,900 | $340,000 |
| Grandview | $19,680 | $118,200 | $168,000 | $218,800 | $262,940 |
| Granger | $19,000 | $99,025 | $149,200 | $205,025 | $281,800 |
| Harrah | $30,840 | $99,300 | $135,100 | $191,100 | $234,840 |
| Mabton | $54,600 | $100,000 | $136,800 | $178,100 | $228,700 |
| Moxee | $67,680 | $171,200 | $241,600 | $307,500 | $344,160 |
| Naches | $52,760 | $102,900 | $180,900 | $258,750 | $346,140 |
| Outlook | $58,700 | $104,500 | $157,700 | $228,900 | $325,440 |
| Selah | $136,610 | $202,725 | $277,000 | $346,550 | $432,470 |
| Sunnyside | $26,400 | $113,400 | $163,200 | $221,100 | $274,160 |
| Tieton | $82,940 | $139,600 | $186,300 | $253,600 | $323,920 |
| Toppenish | $69,620 | $115,150 | $149,200 | $186,500 | $230,800 |
| Union Gap | $5,000 | $21,775 | $105,600 | $148,775 | $196,250 |
| Wapato | $49,230 | $104,900 | $140,900 | $194,750 | $268,880 |
| White Swan | $500 | $18,300 | $88,750 | $141,700 | $229,770 |
| Yakima | $67,410 | $141,900 | $220,000 | $300,000 | $396,800 |
| Zillah | $74,580 | $148,300 | $217,200 | $282,800 | $366,760 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Yakima County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowiche | $281 | $851 | $1,712 | $2,639 | $3,699 |
| Grandview | $302 | $1,398 | $1,979 | $2,590 | $3,177 |
| Granger | $325 | $1,108 | $1,628 | $2,307 | $3,588 |
| Harrah | $544 | $930 | $1,236 | $1,766 | $2,180 |
| Mabton | $274 | $971 | $1,453 | $1,998 | $2,722 |
| Moxee | $776 | $2,189 | $3,054 | $3,845 | $4,357 |
| Naches | $570 | $1,136 | $2,060 | $3,000 | $4,161 |
| Outlook | $549 | $1,105 | $1,726 | $2,600 | $3,731 |
| Selah | $1,476 | $2,279 | $3,154 | $4,084 | $5,273 |
| Sunnyside | $299 | $1,187 | $1,724 | $2,340 | $2,940 |
| Tieton | $840 | $1,473 | $2,009 | $2,690 | $3,667 |
| Toppenish | $640 | $1,310 | $1,731 | $2,237 | $2,952 |
| Union Gap | $113 | $284 | $1,156 | $1,642 | $2,140 |
| Wapato | $366 | $1,062 | $1,505 | $2,156 | $3,194 |
| White Swan | $135 | $361 | $930 | $1,459 | $2,485 |
| Yakima | $650 | $1,579 | $2,502 | $3,436 | $4,585 |
| Zillah | $932 | $1,861 | $2,648 | $3,483 | $4,656 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowiche | 1.08% | 1.06% | 1.09% | 1.07% | 1.09% |
| Grandview | 1.53% | 1.18% | 1.18% | 1.18% | 1.21% |
| Granger | 1.71% | 1.12% | 1.09% | 1.13% | 1.27% |
| Harrah | 1.76% | 0.94% | 0.91% | 0.92% | 0.93% |
| Mabton | 0.50% | 0.97% | 1.06% | 1.12% | 1.19% |
| Moxee | 1.15% | 1.28% | 1.26% | 1.25% | 1.27% |
| Naches | 1.08% | 1.10% | 1.14% | 1.16% | 1.20% |
| Outlook | 0.94% | 1.06% | 1.09% | 1.14% | 1.15% |
| Selah | 1.08% | 1.12% | 1.14% | 1.18% | 1.22% |
| Sunnyside | 1.13% | 1.05% | 1.06% | 1.06% | 1.07% |
| Tieton | 1.01% | 1.06% | 1.08% | 1.06% | 1.13% |
| Toppenish | 0.92% | 1.14% | 1.16% | 1.20% | 1.28% |
| Union Gap | 2.26% | 1.30% | 1.09% | 1.10% | 1.09% |
| Wapato | 0.74% | 1.01% | 1.07% | 1.11% | 1.19% |
| White Swan | 27.00% | 1.97% | 1.05% | 1.03% | 1.08% |
| Yakima | 0.96% | 1.11% | 1.14% | 1.15% | 1.16% |
| Zillah | 1.25% | 1.25% | 1.22% | 1.23% | 1.27% |
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Real Estate Values in Yakima County
The median home price in Yakima County, Washington has decreased by 1.41% from October 2022 to October 2023, from $365.0K to $360.0K. This decrease in home prices is accompanied by a decrease in home inventory, from 559 in October 2022 to 420 in October 2023. This suggests that the housing market in Yakima County is becoming more competitive, with fewer homes available for sale and lower prices.
Average Home Value in Yakima County, Washington
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Yakima County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Yakima County
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Mortgage Rates in Yakima County
Mortgages in Yakima County are a major part of the local economy, with a total outstanding loan amount of $4.7 billion. This represents a significant portion of the total home value in the county, and shows the importance of home ownership in the area. The number of outstanding loans in Yakima County is 29.8K, indicating a high level of activity in the local housing market.
The median mortgage rate in Yakima County varies across cities, with Toppenish having the highest rate at 5.5%, and Wapato having the lowest rate at 5.5%. This indicates that there is a wide range of options available to potential home buyers in the county, allowing them to find the best rate for their needs. Overall, mortgages in Yakima County are an important part of the local economy, and provide a variety of options for potential home buyers.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Yakima County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowiche | $42,835 | $62,715 | $116,058 | $180,251 | $256,368 |
| Grandview | $35,336 | $58,934 | $102,603 | $178,999 | $261,274 |
| Granger | $31,058 | $47,316 | $89,896 | $176,491 | $249,010 |
| Harrah | $26,413 | $42,865 | $79,720 | $154,220 | $220,445 |
| Mabton | $23,571 | $39,226 | $73,732 | $112,334 | $205,698 |
| Moxee | $57,659 | $94,787 | $144,558 | $218,772 | $293,476 |
| Naches | $41,020 | $79,442 | $140,283 | $219,785 | $315,964 |
| Outlook | $33,877 | $61,332 | $102,246 | $157,224 | $248,306 |
| Selah | $48,612 | $87,734 | $159,107 | $248,379 | $337,848 |
| Sunnyside | $32,608 | $54,349 | $97,260 | $158,891 | $231,687 |
| Tieton | $36,784 | $61,278 | $117,394 | $173,077 | $255,131 |
| Toppenish | $29,009 | $46,135 | $76,286 | $125,096 | $204,923 |
| Union Gap | $33,245 | $47,103 | $80,290 | $142,520 | $223,485 |
| Wapato | $28,099 | $45,080 | $78,254 | $134,706 | $204,542 |
| White Swan | $30,820 | $42,652 | $92,181 | $133,013 | $247,705 |
| Yakima | $40,425 | $71,399 | $129,984 | $217,306 | $309,515 |
| Zillah | $41,416 | $74,820 | $130,419 | $209,881 | $298,529 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Yakima County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowiche | 3.00% | 3.62% | 4.53% | 6.21% | 7.06% |
| Grandview | 3.00% | 3.74% | 4.70% | 6.36% | 7.25% |
| Granger | 3.27% | 4.00% | 5.18% | 6.44% | 7.75% |
| Harrah | 3.13% | 3.92% | 5.47% | 6.87% | 7.71% |
| Mabton | 3.26% | 3.92% | 5.28% | 6.51% | 7.60% |
| Moxee | 2.99% | 3.66% | 4.40% | 5.80% | 6.51% |
| Naches | 3.00% | 3.70% | 4.37% | 6.06% | 6.95% |
| Outlook | 3.21% | 3.94% | 5.04% | 6.50% | 7.94% |
| Selah | 3.00% | 3.62% | 4.40% | 6.04% | 7.07% |
| Sunnyside | 3.15% | 3.79% | 4.62% | 6.29% | 7.52% |
| Tieton | 2.90% | 3.61% | 4.50% | 6.07% | 7.12% |
| Toppenish | 3.29% | 3.89% | 5.50% | 6.66% | 7.86% |
| Union Gap | 3.10% | 3.87% | 5.08% | 6.42% | 7.54% |
| Wapato | 3.36% | 3.90% | 5.50% | 6.66% | 7.62% |
| White Swan | 3.07% | 3.55% | 4.27% | 5.75% | 7.00% |
| Yakima | 2.99% | 3.65% | 4.46% | 6.12% | 7.07% |
| Zillah | 3.00% | 3.71% | 4.51% | 6.06% | 7.00% |
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