Jefferson County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 6,185.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,506, which is 9% lower than the Oregon state average and 30% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $339,200. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,506
-9% vs State
+30% vs US
Median Home Value
$339,200
-5% vs State
+60% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.74%
-5% vs State
-22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,555
$213/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,365
$197/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 | $2,506 +0.8% | 0.74% |
| 2022 | $2,486 +7.1% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $2,322 +4.3% | 0.87% |
| 2020 | $2,226 +10.4% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $2,016 | 0.90% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,051
per year
Monthly Tax
$209
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Wheeler County
Tax: $1,884/yr Rate: 0.73%
Deschutes County
Tax: $3,670/yr Rate: 0.62%
Wallowa County
Tax: $2,173/yr Rate: 0.58%
Clackamas County
Tax: $5,051/yr Rate: 0.87%
Lake County
Tax: $1,407/yr Rate: 0.64%
Benton County
Tax: $4,713/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,506 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.74% on a median home value of $339,200.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 30% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.74% 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 $2,555 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,365. 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 3.4% of the median household income of $73,051. 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.