Because April 30 falls on a Saturday, property taxpayers in King County have until Monday, May 2 to pay the first half of their 2016 taxes. After that date, interest charges and penalties will be added to the tax bill.
To make the process easier, King County provides several ways for residents to pay their property taxes quickly and easily.
Tax payments can be made:
• Online using King County’s convenient, secure online eTax application. Taxpayers may pay accounts with a credit card or an electronic debit from a checking account;
• By mail if postmarked no later than May 2, 2016. Taxpayers should include their tax statement and write the property tax account number on their check or money order. Cash should not be sent through the mail;
• At King County Community Service Centers if paid by check for the exact amount due. Taxpayers can find the address, phone number, and operating hours of the center in their area by visiting www.kingcounty.gov/CSC; or
• In person at Treasury Operations, sixth floor of the King County Administration Building, 500 Fourth Ave. in Seattle. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On Friday, April 29 and Monday, May 2, Treasury Operations will be open until 5 p.m.
Taxpayers visiting the Administration Building should be aware that the county-owned Goat Hill Garage at Fifth and Jefferson is closed to public parking until mid-May. Visit the garage’s project page for alternative parking in the area, or learn about public transportation options.
The online payment option provides immediate confirmation for current year or delinquent year(s) property tax bills. To pay online or view property tax information, visit www.kingcounty.gov/propertytax.
For questions about missing tax statements or other tax payment information, visit www.kingcounty.gov/propertytax, email King County Treasury Operations at kingcountytreasurer@kingcounty.gov, or call a customer service specialist at 206-263-2890.
Information on senior citizen exemption and deferral programs can be obtained at assessor.info@kingcounty.gov or 206-296-3920.
