Benton County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 21,452.
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $4,713, which is 72% higher than the Oregon state average and 145% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $481,700. Property taxes represent 6.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,713
+72% vs State
+145% vs US
Median Home Value
$481,700
+35% vs State
+128% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
+26% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,727
$394/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,692
$391/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 | $4,713 +3.8% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $4,539 +8.9% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $4,167 +7.5% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $3,876 +4.8% | 1.08% |
| 2019 | $3,698 | 1.12% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,011
per year
Monthly Tax
$393
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Grant County
Tax: $1,713/yr Rate: 0.76%
Lane County
Tax: $3,417/yr Rate: 0.86%
Tillamook County
Tax: $2,449/yr Rate: 0.60%
Wheeler County
Tax: $1,884/yr Rate: 0.73%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,506/yr Rate: 0.74%
Baker County
Tax: $2,184/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Benton County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $4,713 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $481,700.
How does Benton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County are 145% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Benton County? ▼
In Benton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,727 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,692. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Benton County? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County represent approximately 6.2% of the median household income of $76,011. 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.