Washington State Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption

Washington State Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Property tax exemption for senior citizens age 61+ or retired disabled persons with limited income. Can exempt 50-100% of excess property tax levies.

Exempts portion of property taxes based on income level

Verified against Washington State Department of Revenue's official page on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Property tax exemption for seniors 61+ or disabled
  • Income limits adjusted annually
  • Exempts 50-100% of excess levies
  • Apply through Lewis County Assessor
  • Must reapply every 6 years

How to Apply

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(360) 534-1400

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Apply by December 31 annually

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