Sherman County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 526.
The median annual property tax in Sherman County is $1,436, which is 48% lower than the Oregon state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $206,700. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,436
-48% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$206,700
-42% vs State
-2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
-12% vs State
-27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,514
$126/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,412
$118/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 | $1,436 -0.4% | 0.69% |
| 2022 | $1,442 -4.6% | 0.77% |
| 2021 | $1,511 +3.4% | 0.96% |
| 2020 | $1,461 +2.7% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $1,423 | 0.89% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,500
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Lincoln County
Tax: $3,241/yr Rate: 0.84%
Morrow County
Tax: $1,885/yr Rate: 0.82%
Grant County
Tax: $1,713/yr Rate: 0.76%
Klamath County
Tax: $1,734/yr Rate: 0.68%
Wallowa County
Tax: $2,173/yr Rate: 0.58%
Baker County
Tax: $2,184/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sherman County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sherman County is $1,436 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $206,700.
How does Sherman County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sherman County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sherman County? ▼
In Sherman County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,514 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,412. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sherman County? ▼
Property taxes in Sherman County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $59,500. 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.