| County | Median Property Taxes ↓ | With Mortgage | Without Mortgage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multnomah County | $5,061 | $4,965 | $5,370 |
| Clackamas County | $5,051 | $5,185 | $4,788 |
| Washington County | $4,852 | $4,863 | $4,825 |
| Benton County | $4,713 | $4,727 | $4,692 |
| Deschutes County | $3,670 | $3,622 | $3,766 |
| Polk County | $3,534 | $3,705 | $3,200 |
| Lane County | $3,417 | $3,487 | $3,278 |
| Marion County | $3,382 | $3,447 | $3,223 |
| Hood River County | $3,359 | $3,367 | $3,345 |
| Yamhill County | $3,318 | $3,483 | $2,766 |
| Lincoln County | $3,241 | $3,265 | $3,191 |
| Linn County | $3,130 | $3,169 | $3,040 |
| Clatsop County | $3,084 | $3,096 | $3,063 |
| Jackson County | $3,032 | $3,078 | $2,954 |
| Columbia County | $2,948 | $2,906 | $3,085 |
| Wasco County | $2,784 | $2,943 | $2,508 |
| Crook County | $2,703 | $2,841 | $2,319 |
| Umatilla County | $2,534 | $2,718 | $2,172 |
| Jefferson County | $2,506 | $2,555 | $2,365 |
| Tillamook County | $2,449 | $2,493 | $2,357 |
| Union County | $2,307 | $2,287 | $2,336 |
| Coos County | $2,243 | $2,315 | $2,121 |
| Baker County | $2,184 | $2,316 | $2,029 |
| Wallowa County | $2,173 | $2,048 | $2,256 |
| Josephine County | $2,023 | $2,172 | $1,791 |
| Curry County | $1,948 | $2,264 | $1,661 |
| Morrow County | $1,885 | $2,027 | $1,683 |
| Wheeler County | $1,884 | $2,010 | $1,708 |
| Douglas County | $1,869 | $1,938 | $1,725 |
| Harney County | $1,845 | $1,986 | $1,583 |
| Malheur County | $1,799 | $2,058 | $1,538 |
| Klamath County | $1,734 | $2,022 | $1,287 |
| Grant County | $1,713 | $1,700 | $1,730 |
| Gilliam County | $1,597 | $1,825 | $1,346 |
| Sherman County | $1,436 | $1,514 | $1,412 |
| Lake County | $1,407 | $1,947 | $1,192 |
In Oregon, property tax rates vary by county. The median property tax paid across all 36 counties is $2,744.86. Property taxes are a significant source of local government funding, used to support public schools, infrastructure, and essential services. Oregon residents typically pay moderate property taxes compared to the national average.
Leading the state in property tax rates, Multnomah County County residents contribute a median of $5,061 annually. Property owners with active mortgages face an average payment of $4,965, while those who own their homes outright still pay $5,370. These substantial rates typically correspond to areas with robust public services, high property values, and strong community amenities.
At the other end of the spectrum, Lake County County maintains the most modest property tax burden at $1,407. Mortgage holders in the area can expect to pay approximately $1,947 annually, with mortgage-free homeowners contributing $1,192. These reduced rates often indicate more conservative municipal spending, different funding approaches for public services, or areas with lower property valuations.