Klamath County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 19,822.
The median annual property tax in Klamath County is $1,734, which is 37% lower than the Oregon state average and 10% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $255,700. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,734
-37% vs State
-10% vs US
Median Home Value
$255,700
-28% vs State
+21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
-13% vs State
-28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,022
$169/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,287
$107/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 | $1,734 +7.5% | 0.68% |
| 2022 | $1,613 +4.7% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $1,541 +4.4% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $1,476 +5.7% | 0.78% |
| 2019 | $1,396 | 0.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,353
per year
Monthly Tax
$145
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Linn County
Tax: $3,130/yr Rate: 0.91%
Crook County
Tax: $2,703/yr Rate: 0.64%
Sherman County
Tax: $1,436/yr Rate: 0.69%
Curry County
Tax: $1,948/yr Rate: 0.53%
Jackson County
Tax: $3,032/yr Rate: 0.76%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,948/yr Rate: 0.75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Klamath County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Klamath County is $1,734 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.68% on a median home value of $255,700.
How does Klamath County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Klamath County are 10% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Klamath County? ▼
In Klamath County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,022 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,287. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Klamath County? ▼
Property taxes in Klamath County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $59,353. 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.