Lincoln County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 16,292.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $3,241, which is 18% higher than the Oregon state average and 69% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $387,700. Property taxes represent 5.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,241
+18% vs State
+69% vs US
Median Home Value
$387,700
+9% vs State
+83% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+8% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,265
$272/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,191
$266/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 | $3,241 +5.3% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $3,077 +11.6% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $2,756 +7.6% | 0.96% |
| 2020 | $2,562 +3.3% | 0.96% |
| 2019 | $2,480 | 0.99% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,314
per year
Monthly Tax
$270
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Washington County
Tax: $4,852/yr Rate: 0.87%
Harney County
Tax: $1,845/yr Rate: 0.97%
Crook County
Tax: $2,703/yr Rate: 0.64%
Union County
Tax: $2,307/yr Rate: 0.89%
Douglas County
Tax: $1,869/yr Rate: 0.66%
Baker County
Tax: $2,184/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $3,241 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $387,700.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 69% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,265 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,191. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 5.3% of the median household income of $61,314. 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.