Jefferson County, Oklahoma Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oklahoma. Population: 1,563.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $512, which is 47% lower than the Oklahoma state average and 73% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $77,500. Property taxes represent 1.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$512
-47% vs State
-73% vs US
Median Home Value
$77,500
-46% vs State
-63% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
+2% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$745
$62/mo
Without Mortgage
$382
$32/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 | $512 +3.4% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $495 +15.1% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $430 -3.6% | 0.68% |
| 2020 | $446 +10.1% | 0.69% |
| 2019 | $405 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$48,750
per year
Monthly Tax
$43
per month
Other Counties in Oklahoma
Mayes County
Tax: $1,153/yr Rate: 0.67%
Osage County
Tax: $1,253/yr Rate: 0.73%
Carter County
Tax: $1,185/yr Rate: 0.77%
Choctaw County
Tax: $502/yr Rate: 0.42%
Muskogee County
Tax: $972/yr Rate: 0.70%
Tulsa County
Tax: $2,161/yr Rate: 1.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Oklahoma? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $512 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $77,500.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 73% 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 Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $745 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $382. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 1.1% of the median household income of $48,750. 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.