Douglas County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 33,496.
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $1,869, which is 32% lower than the Oregon state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $283,200. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,869
-32% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$283,200
-21% vs State
+34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
-15% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,938
$162/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,725
$144/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 | $1,869 +4.4% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $1,791 +7.1% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $1,673 +3.0% | 0.75% |
| 2020 | $1,624 +2.0% | 0.77% |
| 2019 | $1,592 | 0.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,983
per year
Monthly Tax
$156
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Lincoln County
Tax: $3,241/yr Rate: 0.84%
Washington County
Tax: $4,852/yr Rate: 0.87%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,948/yr Rate: 0.75%
Baker County
Tax: $2,184/yr Rate: 0.88%
Linn County
Tax: $3,130/yr Rate: 0.91%
Jackson County
Tax: $3,032/yr Rate: 0.76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Douglas County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $1,869 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $283,200.
How does Douglas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County are 3% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
In Douglas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,938 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,725. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $58,983. 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.