Lake County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 2,106.
The median annual property tax in Lake County is $1,407, which is 49% lower than the Oregon state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $219,400. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,407
-49% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$219,400
-39% vs State
+4% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.64%
-18% vs State
-33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,947
$162/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,192
$99/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 | $1,407 +2.6% | 0.64% |
| 2022 | $1,371 -1.6% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $1,393 -7.4% | 0.87% |
| 2020 | $1,504 +6.6% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $1,411 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,222
per year
Monthly Tax
$117
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Lane County
Tax: $3,417/yr Rate: 0.86%
Klamath County
Tax: $1,734/yr Rate: 0.68%
Union County
Tax: $2,307/yr Rate: 0.89%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,948/yr Rate: 0.75%
Josephine County
Tax: $2,023/yr Rate: 0.53%
Wasco County
Tax: $2,784/yr Rate: 0.84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lake County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lake County is $1,407 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.64% on a median home value of $219,400.
How does Lake County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lake County are 27% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lake County? ▼
In Lake County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,947 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,192. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lake County? ▼
Property taxes in Lake County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $61,222. 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.