Whatcom County Assessor & Treasurer (2024)

FAQs

How do I pay my property taxes in WA? ›

You should pay your property taxes directly to the county treasurer's office where your property is located. We've provided contact information for Washington's 39 counties to assist you. Learn more about paying or appealing your property tax.

Increases in a given taxing district's levy are limited to 1% per year or the rate of inflation, whichever is lower.

We are located in the Whatcom County Courthouse, at 311 Grand Ave, Suite 104, Bellingham, WA, on the 1st floor. Outside payment drop boxes can be found at each entrance to the courthouse for your convenience. If you pay with an accepted credit/debit card there is a convenience fee for each transaction.

The average property tax rate in Bellingham is 0.92%. Property tax rates vary across Bellingham ZIP codes, with the highest effective property tax rate being 0.96% in the 98229 ZIP code and the lowest effective property tax rate being 0.89% in the 98225 ZIP code.

At least 61 years of age or older. Retired from regular gainful employment due to a disability. Veteran of the armed forces of the United States receiving compensation from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs at one of the following: Combined service-connected evaluation rating of 80% or higher.

The Washington State Constitution limits the annual rate of property taxes that may be imposed on an individual parcel of property to 1% of its true and fair value. Since tax rates are stated in terms of dollars per $1,000 of value, the 1% limit is the same as $10 per $1,000 and is often referred to as the $10 limit.

Additional pre-foreclosure cost is added and the County Treasurer with their attorney will file a Superior Court document called Certificate of Delinquency (in book form) against all property with that three-year delinquent property taxes due.

No. Retirement benefits — including income from Social Security, 401(k) plans and IRAs — are not taxed in Washington state. AARP's retirement calculator can help you determine if you are saving enough to retire when — and how — you want.

Property tax statements are mailed by the county treasurer in February of each year. To avoid interest and penalties, at least half of the amount due must be paid by April 30 (if the tax is less than $50 it must be paid in full by April 30) and the balance by October 31.

Do seniors get a property tax break in King County, Washington state? ›

You may qualify for a deferral of your property tax liability if: You are 60 or older, or retired because of physical disability. You own the home in which you live and occupy it at least nine months a year. Your household income for 2023 was $88,998 or less.

In order to find property ownership, you will need to do a deed search with the Auditor's office.

Bellingham, WA housing is 43% more expensive than the U.S average, while utilities are about 8% less pricey. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 23% more in Bellingham, WA than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs around 23% more .

Tax statements are typically mailed out in mid-February each year. Current year first half taxes are due by April 30. Second half taxes are due by October 31.

Property tax statements are mailed by the county treasurer in February of each year. To avoid interest and penalties, at least half of the amount due must be paid by April 30 (if the tax is less than $50 it must be paid in full by April 30) and the balance by October 31.

Taxes can be paid at any Revenue office. Visit Contact Us for information about appointments, locations, and office hours. To schedule an appointment to pay your taxes in cash, email the office you plan to visit.

Your primary residence is usually exempt.

You can calculate your land tax and MRIT liabilities using the online tool on the WA Office of State Revenue website.