Wheeler County, Oregon Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Oregon. Population: 459.
The median annual property tax in Wheeler County is $1,884, which is 31% lower than the Oregon state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $259,000. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,884
-31% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$259,000
-27% vs State
+22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.73%
-6% vs State
-23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,010
$168/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,708
$142/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 | $1,884 +14.3% | 0.73% |
| 2022 | $1,649 -4.9% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $1,734 +17.9% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $1,471 -1.9% | 0.82% |
| 2019 | $1,500 | 0.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,250
per year
Monthly Tax
$157
per month
Other Counties in Oregon
Lane County
Tax: $3,417/yr Rate: 0.86%
Gilliam County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 1.01%
Morrow County
Tax: $1,885/yr Rate: 0.82%
Coos County
Tax: $2,243/yr Rate: 0.74%
Polk County
Tax: $3,534/yr Rate: 0.84%
Hood River County
Tax: $3,359/yr Rate: 0.59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wheeler County, Oregon? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wheeler County is $1,884 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.73% on a median home value of $259,000.
How does Wheeler County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wheeler County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.73% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wheeler County? ▼
In Wheeler County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,010 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,708. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wheeler County? ▼
Property taxes in Wheeler County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $51,250. 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.