Washington Property Tax Rate

District of Columbia, District of Columbia

0.58%effective rate

Washington is located in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. Homeowners in Washington pay a median of $4,180 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $724,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.58%. This is roughly in line with the District of Columbia average of 0.58%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.58%

vs 0.58% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$4,180

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$724,600

2024 estimate

Population📍

672,079

Washington, DC

How Washington Compares

Washington
0.58%
District of Columbia Average
0.58%
District of Columbia Average
0.58%
National Average
0.92%

About Property Taxes in Washington

Property taxes in Washington are collected by District of Columbia. Tax exemptions available to District of Columbia residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Washington. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the District of Columbia property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,740

$145/month · Rate: 0.58%

District of Columbia Property Taxes

County-level data, exemptions, historical trends, and tax collector info.

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District of Columbia Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.