Tacoma Property Tax Rate
Pierce County, Washington
Tacoma is located in Pierce County, Washington. Homeowners in Tacoma pay a median of $4,248 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $454,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.93%. This is 2% higher than the Pierce County average of 0.91%.
0.93%
vs 0.91% county avg
$4,248
Per year
$454,600
2024 estimate
220,482
Tacoma, WA
How Tacoma Compares
Cities in Pierce County
Compare property tax rates for 8 cities in Pierce County, Washington.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| University Place | $6,011 | 1.04% |
| Parkland | $3,960 | 1.03% |
| Spanaway | $3,953 | 0.99% |
| Graham | $4,612 | 0.98% |
| Puyallup | $4,771 | 0.94% |
| Tacoma | $4,248 | 0.93% |
| South Hill | $4,596 | 0.93% |
| Lakewood | $3,917 | 0.93% |
About Property Taxes in Tacoma
Property taxes in Tacoma are collected by Pierce County. Tax exemptions available to Pierce County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Tacoma. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Pierce County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,790
$233/month · Rate: 0.93%
Pierce County Property Taxes
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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.