What is the property tax rate in Longview, WA?

Longview has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.78%. On a median home valued at $339,000, homeowners pay approximately $2,654 per year in property taxes.

How does Longview compare to Cowlitz County?

Longview's effective rate of 0.78% is 5% lower than the Cowlitz County average of 0.82%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,245, while Longview homeowners pay an estimated $2,654.

How much are property taxes in Longview on a $300,000 home?

Based on Longview's effective rate of 0.78%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,340 per year, or about $195 per month.

Longview Property Tax Rate

Cowlitz County, Washington

0.78%effective rate

Longview is located in Cowlitz County, Washington. Homeowners in Longview pay a median of $2,654 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $339,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.78%. This is 5% lower than the Cowlitz County average of 0.82%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.78%

vs 0.82% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,654

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$339,000

2024 estimate

Population📍

37,836

Longview, WA

How Longview Compares

Longview

0.78%

Cowlitz County Average

0.82%

Washington Average

0.81%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Longview

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,340

$195/month · Rate: 0.78%

Cowlitz County 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.