Washington has no state income tax, but Seattle-area home prices rival San Francisco. Property taxes average 1.03% and combine with high purchase prices to create substantial monthly housing costs in the Puget Sound region.
Recommended for incomes above $150k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Washington property taxes
Washington's Prop 1 limits property tax levy increases to 1% per year statewide, but local levies and bonds can push rates higher.
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