Malo, Ferry County, Washington Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Malo, Washington
Median MALO, Washington effective property tax rate: 0.92%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Washington state median of 0.92%.
Median MALO, Washington home value: $115,100
Median annual MALO, Washington tax bill: $1,013, $1,387 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Ferry calculated?
Property taxes in MALO, 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 MALO's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in MALO, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Malo, Ferry County, Washington Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.92%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,059
$983
How Does the MALO Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this MALO property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies MALO's median effective tax rate of 0.92% — based on actual property records in Ferry 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 MALO'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 MALO: rates range from 0.92% in 99150 to 0.92% in 99150, 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 MALO.
About Malo Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Malo, Ferry, Washington
Malo’s median effective property tax rate of 0.92% is lower than the Washington state median of 0.92% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Ferry 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 Malo. Homeowners in the 99150 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.92%, while those in the 99150 pay 0.92%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Ferry County. Understanding which part of Malo you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Malo homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local 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 Malo, Ferry 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 MALO'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 Malo Tax Rate
0.92%
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 Ferry County Tax Rate
0.90%
Median Effective Washington Tax Rate
0.92%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Malo, Ferry County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99150 | 0.85% | 0.90% | 0.92% | 0.94% | 0.97% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Malo, Ferry County, Washington
When examining property taxes in Malo, 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 Ferry 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 Ferry County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of May.
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 Malo.
For example, the median home price in Malo is $115,100, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 99150 has the highest median home price at $115,100.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Malo, Ferry County, Washington
Source: Ownwell
$73,000
$121,650
$170,300
Median Malo Market Value
$115,100
Median Ferry County Market Value
$104,150
Median Washington Market Value
$501,600
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Malo, Ferry County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99150 | $30,670 | $59,425 | $115,100 | $198,125 | $289,390 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Malo, Ferry County, Washington
Property tax bills in MALO are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. For homeowners, that means the tax bill depends on both how much the home is worth and the tax rates set by local taxing authorities.
With a median home price of $115,100, property taxes can still vary widely from one homeowner to another. In this area, the tax bill at the 25th percentile is $516, while the 75th percentile reaches $1,723 and the 90th percentile climbs to $2,626. The median tax bill is $1,013, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and lower than the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Because assessed value and local rates both matter, changes in either one can raise or lower a homeowner’s bill.
Median Malo Tax Bill
$1,013
Median Ferry County Tax Bill
$856
Median Washington Tax Bill
$4,512
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Malo, Ferry County, Washington
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99150 | $240 | $516 | $1,013 | $1,723 | $2,626 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | July 1 |
Links | |
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| Ferry Tax Assessor | |
| Website | ferrywa-taxsifter.publicaccessnow.com |