Seattle's economy is anchored by Amazon, Microsoft, and a broader tech sector that has driven home prices to among the highest in the country. King County's property tax rate is moderate, but the sheer purchase price produces some of the nation's highest monthly payments.
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Seattle housing market
The 0.92% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Seattle and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Washington average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Seattle buyers. Many Seattle properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $450/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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