Josephine County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 26,049.
The median annual property tax in Josephine County is $2,023, which is 26% lower than the Oregon state average and 5% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $383,100. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,023
-26% vs State
+5% vs US
Median Home Value
$383,100
+7% vs State
+81% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.53%
-32% vs State
-44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,172
$181/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,791
$149/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 | $2,023 +4.7% | 0.53% |
| 2022 | $1,933 +8.5% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $1,782 +8.5% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $1,643 +5.5% | 0.58% |
| 2019 | $1,557 | 0.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,097
per year
Monthly Tax
$169
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Marion County
Tax: $3,382/yr Rate: 0.88%
Benton County
Tax: $4,713/yr Rate: 0.98%
Morrow County
Tax: $1,885/yr Rate: 0.82%
Hood River County
Tax: $3,359/yr Rate: 0.59%
Multnomah County
Tax: $5,061/yr Rate: 0.96%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,506/yr Rate: 0.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Josephine County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Josephine County is $2,023 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.53% on a median home value of $383,100.
How does Josephine County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Josephine County are 5% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Josephine County? ▼
In Josephine County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,172 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,791. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Josephine County? ▼
Property taxes in Josephine County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $59,097. 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.