Cherokee County, Oklahoma Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oklahoma. Population: 12,110.
The median annual property tax in Cherokee County is $905, which is 6% lower than the Oklahoma state average and 53% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $160,300. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$905
-6% vs State
-53% vs US
Median Home Value
$160,300
+13% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
-14% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,161
$97/mo
Without Mortgage
$651
$54/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 | $905 +5.5% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $858 +9.6% | 0.59% |
| 2021 | $783 +1.8% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $769 +0.9% | 0.61% |
| 2019 | $762 | 0.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,668
per year
Monthly Tax
$75
per month
Other Counties in Oklahoma
Seminole County
Tax: $552/yr Rate: 0.61%
Lincoln County
Tax: $813/yr Rate: 0.53%
Custer County
Tax: $1,197/yr Rate: 0.68%
Woods County
Tax: $731/yr Rate: 0.52%
Comanche County
Tax: $1,386/yr Rate: 0.90%
Logan County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 0.76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cherokee County, Oklahoma? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cherokee County is $905 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $160,300.
How does Cherokee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cherokee County are 53% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cherokee County? ▼
In Cherokee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,161 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $651. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cherokee County? ▼
Property taxes in Cherokee County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $53,668. 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.