Columbia County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 15,680.
The median annual property tax in Columbia County is $2,948, which is 7% higher than the Oregon state average and 53% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $390,600. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,948
+7% vs State
+53% vs US
Median Home Value
$390,600
+9% vs State
+85% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.75%
-4% vs State
-21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,906
$242/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,085
$257/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 | $2,948 +4.2% | 0.75% |
| 2022 | $2,829 +7.1% | 0.77% |
| 2021 | $2,642 +4.0% | 0.84% |
| 2020 | $2,540 +1.9% | 0.90% |
| 2019 | $2,493 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,359
per year
Monthly Tax
$246
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Gilliam County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 1.01%
Josephine County
Tax: $2,023/yr Rate: 0.53%
Coos County
Tax: $2,243/yr Rate: 0.74%
Umatilla County
Tax: $2,534/yr Rate: 0.99%
Harney County
Tax: $1,845/yr Rate: 0.97%
Tillamook County
Tax: $2,449/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Columbia County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Columbia County is $2,948 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $390,600.
How does Columbia County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Columbia County are 53% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Columbia County? ▼
In Columbia County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,906 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,085. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Columbia County? ▼
Property taxes in Columbia County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $86,359. 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.