Washington County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 141,441.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $4,852, which is 77% higher than the Oregon state average and 152% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.87% on a median home value of $558,500. Property taxes represent 4.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,852
+77% vs State
+152% vs US
Median Home Value
$558,500
+56% vs State
+164% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.87%
+12% vs State
-8% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,863
$405/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,825
$402/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 | $4,852 +3.6% | 0.87% |
| 2022 | $4,685 +8.3% | 0.93% |
| 2021 | $4,324 +5.1% | 0.98% |
| 2020 | $4,113 +4.0% | 0.99% |
| 2019 | $3,955 | 1.02% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$104,434
per year
Monthly Tax
$404
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Coos County
Tax: $2,243/yr Rate: 0.74%
Gilliam County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 1.01%
Wasco County
Tax: $2,784/yr Rate: 0.84%
Wheeler County
Tax: $1,884/yr Rate: 0.73%
Baker County
Tax: $2,184/yr Rate: 0.88%
Polk County
Tax: $3,534/yr Rate: 0.84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $4,852 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.87% on a median home value of $558,500.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 152% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.87% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,863 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,825. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 4.6% of the median household income of $104,434. 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.