Washoe County Property Tax Rate
Nevada
Washoe County, Nevada has an effective property tax rate of 0.44%, which is 52% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $539,900, homeowners pay approximately $2,385 per year in property taxes. Washoe County ranks #15 out of 17 counties in Nevada for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 23.6% while home values gained 49.8%. The county's largest city with its own tax profile is Reno, where the median annual bill is $2,252.
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$2,385
Per year
$539,900
2024 estimate
2.71%
Median income: $88,096
#15
of 17 counties in NV
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$2,391
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$2,371
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Washoe County pay on average $20 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Washoe County Compares
Top Counties in Nevada
Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Washoe County rose 23.6% (from $1,930 to $2,385), while the median home value climbed 49.8%. The effective tax rate fell from 0.54% to 0.44% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,930 | $360,500 | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $1,978 | $388,600 | 0.51% |
| 2022 | $2,196 | $460,000 | 0.48% |
| 2023 | $2,297 | $496,600 | 0.46% |
| 2024 | $2,385 | $539,900 | 0.44% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Nevada Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Washoe County homeowners
Tax Cap
3% cap on primary residences; 8% cap on other property
All primary residence owners; applies automatically
Disabled Veteran
Full exemption for 100% disabled; partial exemption for 60%+ disability (approximately $30,800 in assessed value)
Veterans with service-connected disability of 60% or more
Senior Citizen Property Tax Assistance
Refund up to $500 based on income
Homeowners age 62+ with income under $35,758
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$1,320
$110/month · Rate: 0.44%
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Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.