Baker County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 5,286.
The median annual property tax in Baker County is $2,184, which is 20% lower than the Oregon state average and 14% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $247,700. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,184
-20% vs State
+14% vs US
Median Home Value
$247,700
-31% vs State
+17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
+13% vs State
-7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,316
$193/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,029
$169/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,184 +6.3% | 0.88% |
| 2022 | $2,055 +11.2% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,848 +5.6% | 0.97% |
| 2020 | $1,750 +3.2% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $1,695 | 0.98% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,844
per year
Monthly Tax
$182
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Josephine County
Tax: $2,023/yr Rate: 0.53%
Sherman County
Tax: $1,436/yr Rate: 0.69%
Tillamook County
Tax: $2,449/yr Rate: 0.60%
Gilliam County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 1.01%
Lincoln County
Tax: $3,241/yr Rate: 0.84%
Wallowa County
Tax: $2,173/yr Rate: 0.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Baker County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Baker County is $2,184 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $247,700.
How does Baker County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Baker County are 14% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.88% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Baker County? ▼
In Baker County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,316 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,029. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Baker County? ▼
Property taxes in Baker County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $57,844. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.