Property Taxes in Wilson Creek, Washington
Median Wilson Creek, Washington effective property tax rate: 0.93%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and slightly higher than the Washington state median of 0.92%.
Median Wilson Creek, Washington home value: $40,480
Median annual Wilson Creek, Washington tax bill: $325, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Grant calculated?
Property taxes in Wilson Creek, 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 Wilson Creek's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Wilson Creek, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Wilson Creek Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Wilson Creek property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Wilson Creek's median effective tax rate of 0.93% — based on actual property records in Grant 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 Wilson Creek'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 Wilson Creek: rates range from 0.93% in 98860 to 0.93% in 98860, 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 Wilson Creek.
About Wilson Creek Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Wilson Creek, Grant, Washington
Wilson Creek’s median effective property tax rate of 0.93% is lower than the Washington state median of 0.92% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Grant County base levy combined with local school district levies and local improvement districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Wilson Creek. Homeowners in ZIP code 98860 carry a median effective rate of 0.93%, while those in 98860 pay 0.93%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Grant County. Understanding which part of Wilson Creek you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Wilson Creek homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the 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 Wilson Creek, Grant 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 Wilson Creek'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 Wilson Creek Tax Rate
0.93%
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 Grant County Tax Rate
1.12%
Median Effective Washington Tax Rate
0.92%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Wilson Creek, Grant County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98860 | 0.87% | 0.91% | 0.93% | 1.00% | 1.56% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Wilson Creek, Grant County, Washington
When examining property taxes in Wilson Creek, 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. Grant County 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 Grant County, assessment notices are sent in the spring 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 example, the median home price in Wilson Creek is $40,480, with a median tax bill of $325. That is far below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Wilson Creek, Grant County, Washington
Source: Ownwell
$24,000
$127,565
$231,130
Median Wilson Creek Market Value
$40,480
Median Grant County Market Value
$160,157
Median Washington Market Value
$501,600
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Wilson Creek, Grant County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98860 | $2,140 | $7,046 | $40,480 | $87,411 | $156,416 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Wilson Creek, Grant County, Washington
Property tax bills in Wilson Creek are calculated from the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Grant County. When a property’s market value is assessed, that value becomes the basis for the bill, and the final amount depends on how local levies are applied to that assessment. For homeowners, this means the tax bill can change if the home’s assessed value changes or if local tax rates are adjusted.
In Wilson Creek, the median home price is $40,480, and the median property tax bill is $325, which is far below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Bills in the area can still vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $43 and the 75th percentile at $740. The 90th percentile reaches $1,425, showing how much taxes can differ from one homeowner to another based on assessed value and local taxation.
Median Wilson Creek Tax Bill
$325
Median Grant County Tax Bill
$1,689
Median Washington Tax Bill
$4,512
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Wilson Creek, Grant County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98860 | $32 | $43 | $325 | $740 | $1,425 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Appeal Deadline | July 1 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | February 10 |
| Due Date #1 | April 30 |
| Due Date #2 | October 31 |
Links | |
|---|---|
| Grant Tax Assessor | |
| Website | grantwa-taxsifter.publicaccessnow.com |