Frequently Asked Questions

For more Frequently Asked Questions see the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer web site.

Question:
What are my current year Property Taxes?

Answer:
You may look them up online at the Pierce County Assessor/Treasurer Website or call the Assessor/Treasurer at 798-6111.

Question:
Who do I need to talk to regarding Delinquent Taxes?

Answer:
If the Parcel type is Real, call the Assessor/Treasurer at 798-6111.

If the Parcel type is Personal, call Jim Moore at 798-7553.

If the Parcel type is Mobile Home, call Allen Richardson at 798-7458.

Question:
Who do I need to talk to regarding Exemptions (Senior and Disabled)?

Answer:
Please call the Assessor/Treasurer at 798-6111.

Question:
What are my mobile home taxes?

Answer:
You may look them up online at the Assessor/Treasurer Website or call the Assessor/Treasurer at 798-6111.

Question:
How do I change my Name/Address on my parcel?

Answer:
Please call the Assessor/Treasurer at 798-6111.

Question:
Where do I pay my taxes?

Answer:
Pay in Person at:

Pierce County Budget & Finance
615 S. 9th Street, Suite 100
Tacoma, WA 98405
Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Pierce County Annex
2401 S. 35th Street
Tacoma, WA 98409
Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Mail to:
Pierce County Budget & Finance
PO Box 11621
Tacoma, WA 98411-6621

Question:
Can I use my credit card to pay my taxes, or may I pay my taxes electronically?

Answer:
Yes, you can use your credit cards to pay your property taxes
(ONLINE ONLY or via phone
253-798-3333.)

To pay your Property Taxes with your Visa, MasterCard, Discover card, American Express Card or by E-Check payment, simply log onto the Assessor-Treasurer's website.

NOTE:
1. When using a credit card to pay taxes, a fee of 2.5% of the tax owed will be added to your total.
2. Credit cards can only be used to pay current taxes.
3. Persons with delinquent accounts will not be allowed to pay by credit card.
4. Delinquent amounts owed must be paid in person or by mail.

Question:
I mailed my property tax statement over two weeks ago. When will my payment be reflected on your website?

Answer:
All mailed property tax statements are processed by the Pierce County Budget and Finance Department.

Payments are reflected on the website immediately upon posting to your account. However, longer processing times can be expected during the months of April/May and October/November.

If you have questions, please contact Budget and Finance at 253-798-7554. Please have your parcel number available.

Question:
Who can help me with impact fees?

Answer:
Please e-mail Mas Jones or call 798-7552.

Question:
Who can help me with a nsf check?

Answer:
Please e-mail Mas Jones or call 798-7552.

Question:
Who can help me with unclaimed property?

Answer:
Please e-mail Mas Jones or call 798-7552.

Question:
What do I do about a lost warrant?

Answer:
Please e-mail Stephanie Raines or call 798-7559

Question:
What is a stale dated warrant?

Answer:
A stale dated warrant is an unredeemed warrant which was issued more than six months prior to the current date. A stale dated warrant is expired and the original instrument is no longer negotiable.

Question:
Where can I get information about an expired (stale dated) warrant?

Answer:
For more information about a stale dated warrant, please e-mail Mas Jones or call 798-7552.

Question:
How much are my gambling taxes?

Answer:
Please e-mail Mas Jones or call 798-7552.

Question:
Where do I pay my gambling taxes?

Answer:
Remit to:

Pierce County Budget & Finance
615 S. 9th Street
Suite 100
Tacoma, WA 98405
Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

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