Deschutes County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 58,856.
The median annual property tax in Deschutes County is $3,670, which is 34% higher than the Oregon state average and 91% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $596,000. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,670
+34% vs State
+91% vs US
Median Home Value
$596,000
+67% vs State
+182% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
-21% vs State
-35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,622
$302/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,766
$314/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 | $3,670 +3.9% | 0.62% |
| 2022 | $3,533 +9.3% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $3,231 +8.1% | 0.74% |
| 2020 | $2,990 +1.0% | 0.77% |
| 2019 | $2,959 | 0.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$87,640
per year
Monthly Tax
$306
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Benton County
Tax: $4,713/yr Rate: 0.98%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,506/yr Rate: 0.74%
Umatilla County
Tax: $2,534/yr Rate: 0.99%
Polk County
Tax: $3,534/yr Rate: 0.84%
Tillamook County
Tax: $2,449/yr Rate: 0.60%
Marion County
Tax: $3,382/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Deschutes County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Deschutes County is $3,670 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $596,000.
How does Deschutes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Deschutes County are 91% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Deschutes County? ▼
In Deschutes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,622 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,766. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Deschutes County? ▼
Property taxes in Deschutes County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $87,640. 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.