Thurston County Assessor

Last updated Sun, Nov 8, 3:15 AM ET

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

Sets the taxable value of every property in the county, which determines property tax bills, and administers exemptions such as homestead.

Candidates

JJ Olson

Democrat · $40K raised (state filings)
Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

Lynda Nashed Zeman

Democrat · $29K raised (state filings)
Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.
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Quick answers

Who is running for Thurston County Assessor in 2026?
JJ Olson (Democrat) and Lynda Nashed Zeman (Democrat).
What does this office do?
Sets the taxable value of every property in the county, which determines property tax bills, and administers exemptions such as homestead.
Who should I vote for in the Thurston County Assessor race?
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When is the election?
The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

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