Pacific County, WA Property Tax: $2,250/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Pacific County is 0.82% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $274,000, that works out to about $2,247 per year, or $187 per month. Pacific County is located in western Washington, and is home to approximately 23,750 residents.
About Pacific County
Pacific County covers approximately 933.4 square miles in Washington. The county is home to about 23,750 residents living in roughly 16,220 housing units, of which 53.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $62,350, and the median home was built in 1977.
Pacific County borders Clatsop County, Grays Harbor County, Lewis County, Wahkiakum County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Washington
Property taxes in Washington are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Washington offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Pacific County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Pacific County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific County, WA | 0.82% | $274,000 | $2,247 |
| Washington state average | 0.76% | — | $2,082* |
| Clatsop County | 0.70% | $437,800 | $3,084 |
| Grays Harbor County | 0.87% | $279,500 | $2,441 |
| Lewis County | 0.71% | $341,500 | $2,433 |
| Wahkiakum County | 0.60% | $344,500 | $2,084 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Pacific County's median home value of $274,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Pacific County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Washington?
At 0.82%, Pacific County is higher than the Washington state average of 0.76%. On a home at the county median of $274,000, that means about $2,247 per year — versus $2,082 at the state average rate, a difference of $165 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Pacific County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Pacific County?
For a home at the county median value of $274,000, the annual property tax in Pacific County is approximately $2,247 — or about $187 per month. For a home worth $411,000, expect around $3,370 per year. For a $548,000 home, approximately $4,494 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Pacific County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Pacific County are handled by the Pacific County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Pacific County?
Washington counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.82% shown here. Contact the Pacific County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File