Washington County, Oklahoma Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oklahoma. Population: 14,793.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,505, which is 57% higher than the Oklahoma state average and 22% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $160,900. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,505
+57% vs State
-22% vs US
Median Home Value
$160,900
+13% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.94%
+45% vs State
-1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,843
$154/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,173
$98/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 | $1,505 +5.0% | 0.94% |
| 2022 | $1,433 +11.0% | 0.95% |
| 2021 | $1,291 +5.2% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $1,227 +6.8% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $1,149 | 0.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,205
per year
Monthly Tax
$125
per month
Other Counties in Oklahoma
Hughes County
Tax: $580/yr Rate: 0.61%
Noble County
Tax: $1,145/yr Rate: 0.80%
Choctaw County
Tax: $502/yr Rate: 0.42%
Bryan County
Tax: $1,040/yr Rate: 0.64%
Creek County
Tax: $1,261/yr Rate: 0.74%
Sequoyah County
Tax: $723/yr Rate: 0.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Oklahoma? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,505 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $160,900.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 22% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.94% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,843 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,173. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $61,205. 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.