Property Taxes in Bremerton, Washington
Median Bremerton, Washington effective property tax rate: 0.90%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Washington state median of 0.92%.
Median Bremerton, Washington home value: $412,420
Median annual Bremerton, Washington tax bill: $3,582, $1,182 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Kitsap calculated?
Property taxes in Bremerton, 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 Bremerton's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Bremerton, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Bremerton Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Bremerton property tax calculator to estimate your annual tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Bremerton's median effective tax rate of 0.90% — based on actual property records in Kitsap County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment 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 Bremerton'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 Bremerton: rates range from $2,949.00 in 98337 to $3,998.00 in 98311, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts. Bremerton's median tax bill of $3,582 is higher than the Washington median by $1,182, while the city's tax rate is lower than both the Washington median tax rate of 0.92% and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
If your estimate is higher than expected, Ownwell can appeal your Bremerton assessment — you only pay if we save you money.
About Bremerton Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Bremerton, Kitsap, Washington
Bremerton’s median effective property tax rate of 0.90% is lower than the Washington state median of 0.92% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Kitsap 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 Bremerton. Homeowners in the 98311 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.92%, while those in 98310 pay 0.85%. This spread — 0.07 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Kitsap County. Understanding which part of Bremerton you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Bremerton homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the August 22, 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 Bremerton, Kitsap 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 Bremerton'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 Ă· 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 Bremerton Tax Rate
0.90%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Kitsap County Tax Rate
0.85%
Median Effective Washington Tax Rate
0.92%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98310 | 0.79% | 0.83% | 0.85% | 0.91% | 0.97% |
| 98311 | 0.89% | 0.91% | 0.92% | 0.92% | 0.93% |
| 98312 | 0.75% | 0.85% | 0.85% | 0.93% | 0.97% |
| 98337 | 0.81% | 0.85% | 0.85% | 0.85% | 0.85% |
Source: Ownwell
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington
When examining property taxes in Bremerton, 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 Kitsap County appraisal district 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 Kitsap County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of June.
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. The median home price in Bremerton is $412,420, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Zip code 98311 has the highest median home price at $440,790.
Bremerton’s median property tax bill is $3,582, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington
Source: Ownwell
$351,690
$707,270
$1,062,850
Median Bremerton Market Value
$412,420
Median Kitsap County Market Value
$472,995
Median Washington Market Value
$501,600
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98310 | $264,224 | $329,228 | $391,500 | $464,010 | $563,301 |
| 98311 | $322,494 | $376,752 | $440,790 | $504,725 | $591,551 |
| 98312 | $244,563 | $313,350 | $408,685 | $541,320 | $727,304 |
| 98337 | $254,040 | $298,200 | $351,690 | $419,055 | $493,730 |
Source: Ownwell
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Property Tax Bills Across Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington
Property tax bills in Bremerton are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Kitsap County. When a property’s market value rises, the assessed value can increase too, which can lead to a higher tax bill. For homeowners, that means the amount owed may change even if the mortgage stays the same. With a median home price of $412,420, property taxes can have a meaningful impact on monthly housing costs, especially when compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
In Bremerton, the median property tax bill is $2,821, with bills ranging from $2,949 in ZIP code 98337 to $3,998 in ZIP code 98311. Ownwell can help homeowners lower their property tax bills by reviewing their assessed value, identifying potential overassessments, and filing appeals when appropriate. That can help ensure homeowners are not paying more than they should.
Median Bremerton Tax Bill
$3,582
Median Kitsap County Tax Bill
$4,023
Median Washington Tax Bill
$4,512
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98310 | $1,415 | $2,726 | $3,332 | $4,044 | $4,966 |
| 98311 | $2,347 | $3,392 | $3,998 | $4,568 | $5,344 |
| 98312 | $1,589 | $2,635 | $3,510 | $4,742 | $6,424 |
| 98337 | $1,770 | $2,456 | $2,949 | $3,511 | $4,097 |
Source: Ownwell
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Appeal Deadline | August 31 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | February 10 |
| Due Date #1 | April 30 |
| Due Date #2 | October 31 |
Links | |
|---|---|
| Kitsap Tax Assessor | |
| Website | psearch.kitsapgov.com |