Property Taxes in Lyle, Washington
Median Lyle, Washington effective property tax rate: 0.84%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Washington state median of 0.92%.
Median Lyle, Washington home value: $200,415
Median annual Lyle, Washington tax bill: $1,705, $695 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Klickitat calculated?
Property taxes in Lyle, 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 Lyle's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Lyle, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Lyle Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Lyle property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Lyle's median effective tax rate of 0.84% — based on actual property records in Klickitat 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 Lyle'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 Lyle: rates range from 0.84% in 98635 to 0.84% in 98635, 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 Lyle.
About Lyle Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Lyle, Klickitat, Washington
Lyle’s median effective property tax rate of 0.84% is lower than the Washington state median of 0.92% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Klickitat 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 Lyle. Homeowners in the 98635 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.84%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 0.84%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Klickitat County. Understanding which part of Lyle you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Lyle homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before July 1, 2026.
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 Lyle, Klickitat 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 Lyle'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 Lyle Tax Rate
0.84%
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 Klickitat County Tax Rate
0.95%
Median Effective Washington Tax Rate
0.92%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Lyle, Klickitat County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98635 | 0.79% | 0.81% | 0.84% | 0.89% | 0.99% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Lyle, Klickitat County, Washington
When examining property taxes in Lyle, 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 Klickitat 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 are sent in the spring each year and typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month. 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 Lyle is $200,415, with a median tax bill of $1,705. Tax bills range significantly across the county, and the highest median home price is found in 98635 at $200,415.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Lyle, Klickitat County, Washington
Source: Ownwell
$46,200
$216,150
$386,100
Median Lyle Market Value
$200,415
Median Klickitat County Market Value
$160,125
Median Washington Market Value
$501,600
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Lyle, Klickitat County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98635 | $59,205 | $96,895 | $200,415 | $341,000 | $469,720 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Lyle, Klickitat County, Washington
Property tax bills in Lyle are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. That means a homeowner’s bill depends on both the value of the home and the tax rates set by local taxing authorities in Klickitat County.
For a home with a median market value of $200,415, the property tax bill can vary widely depending on the assessment and local levies. In this area, the median tax bill is $1,705, while bills at the 25th percentile are $808 and reach $2,779 at the 75th percentile. At the high end, the 90th percentile tax bill is $3,951.
These taxes help fund local services, but they also affect monthly housing costs and long-term affordability for homeowners. When assessed values rise, tax bills can increase even if the tax rate stays the same.
Median Lyle Tax Bill
$1,705
Median Klickitat County Tax Bill
$1,439
Median Washington Tax Bill
$4,512
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Lyle, Klickitat County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98635 | $474 | $808 | $1,705 | $2,779 | $3,951 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | July 1 |
Links | |
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| Klickitat Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.klickitatcountytreasurer.org |