What is the property tax rate in Lacey, WA?

Lacey has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.85%. On a median home valued at $427,900, homeowners pay approximately $3,617 per year in property taxes.

How does Lacey compare to Thurston County?

Lacey's effective rate of 0.85% is 3% lower than the Thurston County average of 0.88%. The county-wide median annual tax is $4,209, while Lacey homeowners pay an estimated $3,617.

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

Based on Lacey's effective rate of 0.85%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,550 per year, or about $213 per month.

Lacey Property Tax Rate

Thurston County, Washington

0.85%effective rate

Lacey is located in Thurston County, Washington. Homeowners in Lacey pay a median of $3,617 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $427,900, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.85%. This is 3% lower than the Thurston County average of 0.88%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.85%

vs 0.88% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,617

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$427,900

2024 estimate

Population📍

57,088

Lacey, WA

How Lacey Compares

Lacey

0.85%

Thurston County Average

0.88%

Washington Average

0.81%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Thurston County

Compare property tax rates for 3 cities in Thurston County, Washington.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Tumwater	26,519	$4,155	0.95%
Olympia	55,583	$4,221	0.92%
Lacey	57,088	$3,617	0.85%

About Property Taxes in Lacey

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,550

$213/month · Rate: 0.85%

Thurston 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.