Property Taxes in Othello, Washington
Median Othello, Washington effective property tax rate: 1.19%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Washington state median of 0.92%.
Median Othello, Washington home value: $182,500
Median annual Othello, Washington tax bill: $2,176, $224 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Adams calculated?
Property taxes in Othello, Washington are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Othello's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Othello, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Othello Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Othello property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Othello's median effective tax rate of 1.19% — based on actual property records in Adams County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Othello's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Othello: rates range from 2,176 in 99344 to 2,176 in 99344, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Othello.
About Othello Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Othello, Adams, Washington
Othello's median effective property tax rate of 1.19% is lower than the Washington state median of 0.92% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Adams County base levy combined with local school district levies and Local improvement districts (LIDs) that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Othello. Homeowners in ZIP code 99344 carry a median effective rate of 1.19%, while those in 99344 pay 1.19%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Adams County. Understanding which part of Othello you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Othello homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the July 1, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Othello, Adams County, Washington
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Othello's effective property tax rate to other cities in Washington and the median property tax rates in Washington and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Othello Tax Rate
1.19%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Adams County Tax Rate
1.20%
Median Effective Washington Tax Rate
0.92%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Othello, Adams County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99344 | 1.12% | 1.15% | 1.19% | 1.21% | 1.23% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Othello, Adams County, Washington
When examining property taxes in Othello, Washington, understanding the distinction between market value and assessed value is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Adams County assessment office estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Adams County, assessment notices are sent in May each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of May.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. For Othello homeowners, the median home price is $182,500, and the median tax bill is $2,176, compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400. In 99344, both the highest median home price and the highest median tax bill are $182,500 and $2,176.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Othello, Adams County, Washington
Source: Ownwell
$56,450
$131,225
$206,000
Median Othello Market Value
$182,500
Median Adams County Market Value
$160,300
Median Washington Market Value
$501,600
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Othello, Adams County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99344 | $12,700 | $100,300 | $182,500 | $240,700 | $336,020 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Othello, Adams County, Washington
Property tax bills in Othello are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Adams County. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which can affect the amount owed each year. The bill is calculated by applying the tax rate to the assessed value, so homes with higher values generally face higher tax bills.
For homeowners, this means property taxes can rise or fall as the local market shifts. In Othello, the median home price is $182,500, and the median property tax bill is $2,176. That sits below the national median property tax bill of $2,400, but it is still a meaningful annual expense for many households.
Tax bills also vary across the city. The 25th percentile is $1,054, while the 75th percentile is $2,877 and the 90th percentile reaches $3,974.
Median Othello Tax Bill
$2,176
Median Adams County Tax Bill
$1,914
Median Washington Tax Bill
$4,512
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Othello, Adams County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99344 | $144 | $1,054 | $2,176 | $2,877 | $3,974 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | July 1 |
Links | |
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| Adams Tax Assessor | |
| Website | adamswa-taxsifter.publicaccessnow.com |