Selah, Washington Property Taxes
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Selah, Washington
Selah is home to 5,823 properties with a cumulative value of $1.6B, representing 11.13% of all real estate value in Yakima County. Property taxes in Selah totaled $19.1M, with the average homeowner paying $3,330 in property taxes compared to the county average of $2,506. The average property tax rate in Selah is 1.16%, slightly higher than the county average of 1.13%. 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 Selah, Washington
Residential Property Tax by ZIP code in Selah, Washington
Selah property taxes are collected at an average rate of 1.16%, which is slightly higher than the average rate of 1.13% for Yakima County. This rate varies across ZIP codes, with the highest effective property tax rate of 1.16% in the 98942 ZIP code. The effective property tax rate in other ZIP codes may be lower or higher depending on the value of the homes in the area.
Property taxes in Selah are generally higher than the average rate for Yakima County, but the rate can vary significantly depending on the ZIP code. This is because the value of homes in each ZIP code can differ significantly, resulting in different effective property tax rates. It is important to research the effective property tax rate in a particular ZIP code before making a decision to purchase a home in Selah.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each ZIP code in Selah, Washington. 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.
| ZIP Code | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98942 | $137,180 | $202,800 | $277,100 | $346,600 | $432,580 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each ZIP code in Selah, Washington.
| ZIP Code | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98942 | $1,480 | $2,279 | $3,154 | $4,084 | $5,274 |
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.
| ZIP Code | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98942 | 1.08% | 1.12% | 1.14% | 1.18% | 1.22% |
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Real Estate Values in Selah, Washington
Average Home Value in Selah, Washington
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Housing Expenses in Selah, Washington
Housing expenses are a major part of the average household budget in the state. In fact, housing expenses account for nearly one-third of total expenses for the average household. As inflation continues, housing expenses continue to rise, eating up an ever-increasing portion of the household budget. Property taxes are the second largest component of housing expenses for the average property owner in the state, making up a significant portion of the total housing expenses. As housing expenses continue to rise, it is important for households to budget carefully and plan for the future to ensure they can afford their housing expenses.
Monthly Consumer Expenses for West region
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