Malheur County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 6,365.
The median annual property tax in Malheur County is $1,799, which is 34% lower than the Oregon state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $221,300. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,799
-34% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$221,300
-38% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
+4% vs State
-15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,058
$172/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,538
$128/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 | $1,799 +7.8% | 0.81% |
| 2022 | $1,669 +4.4% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,599 +10.6% | 0.99% |
| 2020 | $1,446 +0.3% | 0.96% |
| 2019 | $1,441 | 1.06% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,902
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Grant County
Tax: $1,713/yr Rate: 0.76%
Klamath County
Tax: $1,734/yr Rate: 0.68%
Multnomah County
Tax: $5,061/yr Rate: 0.96%
Washington County
Tax: $4,852/yr Rate: 0.87%
Clatsop County
Tax: $3,084/yr Rate: 0.70%
Baker County
Tax: $2,184/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Malheur County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Malheur County is $1,799 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $221,300.
How does Malheur County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Malheur County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Malheur County? ▼
In Malheur County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,058 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,538. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Malheur County? ▼
Property taxes in Malheur County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $49,902. 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.