Pontotoc County, Oklahoma Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oklahoma. Population: 9,949.
The median annual property tax in Pontotoc County is $1,067, which is 11% higher than the Oklahoma state average and 45% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $170,500. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,067
+11% vs State
-45% vs US
Median Home Value
$170,500
+20% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.63%
-3% vs State
-34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,314
$110/mo
Without Mortgage
$714
$60/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 | $1,067 +9.1% | 0.63% |
| 2022 | $978 +12.9% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $866 +4.2% | 0.63% |
| 2020 | $831 +8.6% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $765 | 0.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,564
per year
Monthly Tax
$89
per month
Other Counties in Oklahoma
Caddo County
Tax: $627/yr Rate: 0.57%
Seminole County
Tax: $552/yr Rate: 0.61%
Woodward County
Tax: $1,105/yr Rate: 0.62%
Stephens County
Tax: $961/yr Rate: 0.71%
Nowata County
Tax: $860/yr Rate: 0.71%
Harmon County
Tax: $528/yr Rate: 0.70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pontotoc County, Oklahoma? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pontotoc County is $1,067 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $170,500.
How does Pontotoc County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pontotoc County are 45% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pontotoc County? ▼
In Pontotoc County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,314 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $714. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pontotoc County? ▼
Property taxes in Pontotoc County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $62,564. 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.