Multnomah County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 187,953.
The median annual property tax in Multnomah County is $5,061, which is 84% higher than the Oregon state average and 163% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $528,000. Property taxes represent 5.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,061
+84% vs State
+163% vs US
Median Home Value
$528,000
+48% vs State
+150% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.96%
+23% vs State
+1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,965
$414/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,370
$448/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 | $5,061 +4.3% | 0.96% |
| 2022 | $4,853 +9.7% | 0.99% |
| 2021 | $4,423 +6.3% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $4,162 +5.6% | 1.01% |
| 2019 | $3,940 | 1.02% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,247
per year
Monthly Tax
$422
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Yamhill County
Tax: $3,318/yr Rate: 0.75%
Harney County
Tax: $1,845/yr Rate: 0.97%
Coos County
Tax: $2,243/yr Rate: 0.74%
Jackson County
Tax: $3,032/yr Rate: 0.76%
Curry County
Tax: $1,948/yr Rate: 0.53%
Marion County
Tax: $3,382/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Multnomah County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Multnomah County is $5,061 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $528,000.
How does Multnomah County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Multnomah County are 163% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.96% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Multnomah County? ▼
In Multnomah County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,965 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,370. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Multnomah County? ▼
Property taxes in Multnomah County represent approximately 5.9% of the median household income of $86,247. 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.