Property Taxes in Hoodsport, Washington
Median Hoodsport, Washington effective property tax rate: 0.70%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Washington state median of 0.92%.
Median Hoodsport, Washington home value: $211,642
Median annual Hoodsport, Washington tax bill: $1,422, $978 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Mason calculated?
Property taxes in Hoodsport, 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 Hoodsport's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Hoodsport, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Hoodsport Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Hoodsport property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Hoodsport's median effective tax rate of 0.70% — based on actual property records in Mason County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment system uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Hoodsport'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 Hoodsport: rates range from 0.70% in 98548 to 0.70% in 98548, 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 Hoodsport.
About Hoodsport Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Hoodsport, Mason, Washington
Hoodsport's median effective property tax rate of 0.70% is lower than the Washington state median of 0.92% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Mason 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 Hoodsport. Homeowners in the 98548 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.70%, while those in 98548 pay 0.70%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Mason County. Understanding which part of Hoodsport you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Hoodsport 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 Hoodsport, Mason 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 Hoodsport'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 Hoodsport Tax Rate
0.70%
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 Mason County Tax Rate
0.83%
Median Effective Washington Tax Rate
0.92%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Hoodsport, Mason County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98548 | 0.52% | 0.64% | 0.70% | 0.74% | 0.79% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hoodsport, Mason County, Washington
When examining property taxes in Hoodsport, 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 Mason County assessor 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 Mason County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of September.
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. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Hoodsport.
For example, the median home price in Hoodsport is $211,642, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 98548 has the highest median home price at $211,642.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hoodsport, Mason County, Washington
Source: Ownwell
$138,885
$361,460
$584,035
Median Hoodsport Market Value
$211,642
Median Mason County Market Value
$309,355
Median Washington Market Value
$501,600
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hoodsport, Mason County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98548 | $57,390 | $115,592 | $211,642 | $331,184 | $463,438 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Hoodsport, Mason County, Washington
Property tax bills in Hoodsport are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Mason County. When a property’s assessed market value changes, the tax bill can rise or fall accordingly. For a home with a median value of $211,642, the bill is shaped by how that value is assessed and how local levies are applied.
The typical property tax bill in Hoodsport is $1,422, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and also below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills can vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $587 and the 75th percentile at $2,339, while the 90th percentile reaches $3,529.
For homeowners, this means property taxes can have a meaningful impact on monthly housing costs and long-term affordability. Even in the same city, differences in assessed value and local rates can lead to very different tax bills.
Median Hoodsport Tax Bill
$1,422
Median Mason County Tax Bill
$2,628
Median Washington Tax Bill
$4,512
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Hoodsport, Mason County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98548 | $310 | $587 | $1,422 | $2,339 | $3,529 |
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 | |
|---|---|
| Mason Tax Assessor | |
| Website | property.masoncountywa.gov |