Oregon property tax
West region · 36 counties · Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)
Oregon has a population-weighted effective property-tax rate of 0.84% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) — -22.1% versus the US average of 1.08%, close to the US average effective rate. The typical bill is about $3,890 on a median home worth around $459,430. Oregon ranks #26 of 51 states by property-tax rate (1 = highest). Within the state, Gilliam County is highest at 1.01% and Josephine County is lowest at 0.53%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
Oregon property tax at a glance
| Figure | Oregon |
|---|---|
| Effective property-tax rate (pop-weighted) | 0.84% |
| Median-of-counties rate | 0.76% |
| Typical median bill | $3,890 |
| Typical median home value | $459,430 |
| Versus US average rate | -22.1% (US avg 1.08%) |
| State rank (1 = highest of 51) | #26 |
| Counties | 36 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
Oregon counties ranked by property-tax rate
Counties in Oregon, highest effective rate first. Counties with their own page are linked.
| Rank | County | Median tax/yr | Median home value | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gilliam County | $1,597 | $158,400 | 1.01% |
| 2 | Umatilla County | $2,534 | $256,100 | 0.99% |
| 3 | Benton County | $4,713 | $481,700 | 0.98% |
| 4 | Harney County | $1,845 | $190,600 | 0.97% |
| 5 | Multnomah County | $5,061 | $528,000 | 0.96% |
| 6 | Linn County | $3,130 | $344,600 | 0.91% |
| 7 | Union County | $2,307 | $260,500 | 0.89% |
| 8 | Baker County | $2,184 | $247,700 | 0.88% |
| 9 | Marion County | $3,382 | $383,300 | 0.88% |
| 10 | Clackamas County | $5,051 | $577,900 | 0.87% |
| 11 | Washington County | $4,852 | $558,500 | 0.87% |
| 12 | Lane County | $3,417 | $395,800 | 0.86% |
| 13 | Polk County | $3,534 | $419,500 | 0.84% |
| 14 | Wasco County | $2,784 | $332,500 | 0.84% |
| 15 | Lincoln County | $3,241 | $387,700 | 0.84% |
| 16 | Morrow County | $1,885 | $229,800 | 0.82% |
| 17 | Malheur County | $1,799 | $221,300 | 0.81% |
| 18 | Grant County | $1,713 | $225,100 | 0.76% |
| 19 | Jackson County | $3,032 | $400,200 | 0.76% |
| 20 | Columbia County | $2,948 | $390,600 | 0.76% |
| 21 | Yamhill County | $3,318 | $442,700 | 0.75% |
| 22 | Coos County | $2,243 | $302,800 | 0.74% |
| 23 | Jefferson County | $2,506 | $339,200 | 0.74% |
| 24 | Wheeler County | $1,884 | $259,000 | 0.73% |
| 25 | Clatsop County | $3,084 | $437,800 | 0.70% |
| 26 | Sherman County | $1,436 | $206,700 | 0.69% |
| 27 | Klamath County | $1,734 | $255,700 | 0.68% |
| 28 | Douglas County | $1,869 | $283,200 | 0.66% |
| 29 | Lake County | $1,407 | $219,400 | 0.64% |
| 30 | Crook County | $2,703 | $423,300 | 0.64% |
| 31 | Deschutes County | $3,670 | $596,000 | 0.62% |
| 32 | Tillamook County | $2,449 | $408,600 | 0.60% |
| 33 | Hood River County | $3,359 | $571,200 | 0.59% |
| 34 | Wallowa County | $2,173 | $371,900 | 0.58% |
| 35 | Curry County | $1,948 | $366,700 | 0.53% |
| 36 | Josephine County | $2,023 | $383,100 | 0.53% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
How Oregon compares with other states
| State | Effective rate | Median bill | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon (this state) | 0.84% | $3,890 | -22.1% |
| Oklahoma | 0.84% | $1,614 | -22.1% |
| Washington | 0.83% | $4,664 | -23.2% |
| Georgia | 0.86% | $2,372 | -20.6% |
| Virginia | 0.80% | $3,452 | -25.8% |
| Florida | 0.80% | $2,690 | -26.4% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the property-tax rate in Oregon?
Oregon's population-weighted effective property-tax rate is 0.84% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)), -22.1% versus the US average of 1.08%. The typical bill works out to about $3,890 on a $459,430 home. It ranks #26 of 51 states (1 = highest).
Which Oregon county has the highest property tax?
In Oregon, Gilliam County has the highest effective property-tax rate at 1.01% (median tax $1,597). The lowest is Josephine County at 0.53%. Source: Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year).
Is property tax high in Oregon?
Oregon is around average on property tax at a 0.84% effective rate, close to the US average effective rate. The median Oregon home is worth about $459,430 and the median bill is around $3,890. Rates vary widely between its 36 counties.
How is the Oregon property-tax rate calculated?
It is a population-weighted average of each county's effective rate (median real estate taxes paid / median home value), using Census ACS 2023 5-year tables B25103 and B25077. A median-of-counties rate (0.76%) is also computed as a check. These are area medians, not statutory mill rates.
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Source & accuracy
State figures aggregate county-level Census ACS (2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) data (median real estate taxes paid B25103, median home value B25077), population-weighted. US public domain. These are area medians, not statutory rates or your individual bill — your property tax depends on your assessed value, exemptions and local levy. Verify with your county assessor. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20