Assessor's Office

Mission Statement
Our mission is to serve the citizens of Skagit County through fair, transparent, and data-driven property assessment. We strive for excellence in equity, efficiency, and professionalism while building public trust through innovation, education, and service.

Ever wonder how property taxes are calculated? The Washington State Department of Revenue put together this short video breaking it all down. We know property taxes can be confusing, and the Skagit County Assessor’s Office is here to help! If you have any questions after watching, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to walk you through it.

NEWS

Achieving Vertical Equity in Property Assessments

Ensuring fairness in property taxation remains a cornerstone of our mission at the Skagit County Assessor’s Office. Vertical equity, the principle that properties of all value ranges are assessed fairly and proportionally—continues to guide our work to maintain public trust and accuracy in assessment.

We are proud to share the 2025 Skagit County Vertical Equity Report, which reaffirms our commitment to equitable assessments across diverse property types and markets. Conducted using the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy’s Vertical Equity App, this analysis demonstrates that Skagit County continues to lead the way in consistent, data-driven valuation.  

Key Highlights from the 2025 Report:

• Median Assessment-to-Sale Ratios (ASR): 0.943, showing exceptional consistency across all sales deciles.
• Price-Related Differential (PRD): 1.007, within the IAAO-recommended range, confirming equity between lower- and higher-valued properties.
• Coefficient of Price-Related Bias (PRB): 0.002, indicating no systemic bias by price level.

View the 2025 Skagit County Vertical Equity Report

Understanding the Senior and Disabled Persons Property Tax Exemption

The Senior and Disabled Persons Property Tax Exemption Program can provide significant tax relief for qualifying homeowners in Skagit County. In this short video, Assessor Danny Hagen explains who is eligible, how the program works, and what steps you need to take to apply.

Watch Video Here

New Senior Application Portal and Increased Limits

Skagit County is pleased to announce a new online application portal for the Senior Citizens and People with Disabilities Property Tax Exemption and updated income limits.

• The new Portal offers a simplified and intuitive application process, allowing seniors to easily submit their exemption requests from the comfort of their homes or anywhere with internet access.
• Seniors can conveniently upload required documents directly through the portal, eliminating the need for in-person visits and paper submissions.
• Family members/friends/advocates can assist in the process at a time convenient for their schedule.
• Income limits have increased to a maximum Combined Household Income of $48,000 from the previous $42,390.

The new Senior-Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Exemption Portal (EN | ES )and increased income thresholds are significant steps towards making property tax relief more accessible to our deserving citizens.

The Skagit County Assessor’s Office encourages eligible seniors and persons with disabilities to explore the new portal and take advantage of the updated income thresholds.

• Visit the new portal here English | Spanish

Presentation offering

Assessor Danny Hagen is offering to come and present on property taxes and how they are administered in the State of Washington. If you are a part of a group or know of a group that has questions regarding the assessment process, please reach out to our office. Danny is quite flexible and accommodating for any group wanting to have a better understanding of local taxes.

About the Assessor's Office

The assessor acts as an agent for the Washington State Department of Revenue and is responsible for administering the property tax system for the county. This process involves establishing real and personal property values for distributing taxes for each tax district, as well as reviewing each tax district’s budget request to assure all legal requirements and limitations are met. The assessor also administers and monitors compliance for recipients of tax benefit programs, such as the Senior Citizen and Disabled Exemption program and the various Current Use programs for properties used for agriculture, timber and open space.

This web site has been prepared to answer questions you might have about the property tax system in Skagit County. There are no unique rules or R.C.W.'s in Skagit County.

The property tax system is designed to treat all taxpayers equally across the State of Washington. My office works hard to treat everyone fairly and promptly. In these pages you will find a group of commonly asked questions about revaluations, the Board of Equalization , values, levies, and an assortment of useful information.

Assessor Sales Data
Assessor sales data is available in three different formats: sales files used in the annual statistical analyses, iMap visualization, and a property-specific Comparable Sales Search Tool. See the Sales Data here.

Assessor: Danny Hagen
Office Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 Mon - Fri
700 South 2nd Street, Room 204
Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Contact:
Phone: (360) 416-1780
FAX: (360) 416-1790
assessor@co.skagit.wa.us

Assessor: Danny Hagen