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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

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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.