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Statewide · Property tax · ACS 2024

Oklahoma Property Taxes

The average Oklahoma homeowner pays $1,599 a year at an effective rate of 0.80%, 20% below the U.S. average. Compare 77 counties below.

$1,599
Avg median tax
0.80%
Effective rate
#26 of 51
U.S. rank (burden)
77
Counties

The verdict

The average Oklahoma homeowner pays $1,599 a year in property tax, an effective rate of 0.80%, the #26 highest burden of 51 U.S. states.

$1,599
Average median tax, 2024
0.80%
Statewide effective rate
#26 of 51
U.S. states by tax burden
77
counties measured

Effective rate is the median property tax bill divided by the median home value ($199,800). U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2024.

The average median property tax in Oklahoma is $1,599/year, which is 20% below the national average of $1,993. The average effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $199,800. Taxes range from $395 in Cimarron County to $2,394 in Canadian County.

What This Data Tells Us About Oklahoma

The statewide average property tax in Oklahoma is $1,599 per year, 20% below the national average of $1,993, based on Census ACS state-level estimates. The statewide effective rate of 0.80% on a median home value of $199,800 reflects how Oklahoma's assessment rules and local millage combine at the household level; the 77 counties below show how that varies locally.

Within Oklahoma, median annual tax ranges from $395 in Cimarron County (effective rate 0.40%) to $2,394 in Canadian County (effective rate 0.97%). Median home values in Oklahoma ($199,800) compared with $227,791 nationally help explain why the same effective rate produces different dollar bills in different states. Within-state variation often tracks local school levies, county bonds, and municipal overlays rather than a single statewide rate.

This page is for informational purposes only and is not tax, legal, or financial advice. Figures describe median homeowner households reported to the Census Bureau, individual bills can differ based on assessed value, exemptions, special districts, and local overlays. Always confirm current rates with your county assessor or a qualified professional before making decisions that rely on these numbers.

State Average vs National Average

Median Annual Tax
$1,599
-20% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$199,800
-12% vs US avg
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
-13% vs US avg

How Oklahoma compares

Average effective property tax rate vs the national average, ACS 2024.

Oklahoma 0.80%
U.S. average 0.92%

Oklahoma has a higher effective property tax rate than 50% of U.S. states, ranking #26 of 51 for property tax burden.

Tax Affordability Score

7.8
Affordable

Based on the average effective tax rate of 0.80% compared to the national average of 0.92%. Oklahoma has below-average property tax rates, making it a more affordable state for homeowners.

Very Expensive Very Affordable

How this score is calculated: a 1-10 scale derived mechanically from the ratio of this state's average effective rate to the national average effective rate (0.92%) - a ratio at or below 0.5× scores 10, a ratio at or above 2.0× scores 1, with a linear scale between. It is a factual comparison of Census figures only, not a recommendation, quality rating, or endorsement of Oklahoma or any other state.

All Counties in Oklahoma (77)

County (by tax bill) Median taxEff. rateHome value
Canadian County $2,394 0.97% $246,200
Cleveland County $2,360 1.00% $235,700
Tulsa County $2,227 0.97% $230,400
Oklahoma County $2,155 0.97% $222,900
McClain County $2,023 0.79% $255,900
Logan County $1,914 0.78% $246,700
Payne County $1,903 0.85% $223,300
Wagoner County $1,858 0.79% $234,800
Rogers County $1,806 0.75% $240,500
Washington County $1,558 0.90% $173,200
Comanche County $1,449 0.88% $163,800
Grady County $1,400 0.68% $205,800
Garfield County $1,389 0.87% $160,100
Creek County $1,298 0.71% $182,100
Custer County $1,248 0.69% $181,500
Osage County $1,248 0.69% $182,100
Carter County $1,244 0.74% $168,500
Kingfisher County $1,242 0.58% $215,800
Mayes County $1,222 0.65% $188,200
Beckham County $1,207 0.84% $143,500
Noble County $1,172 0.80% $146,400
Pontotoc County $1,135 0.65% $175,400
Texas County $1,131 0.69% $163,500
Bryan County $1,118 0.64% $174,900
Pottawatomie County $1,097 0.66% $165,400
Love County $1,072 0.63% $171,000
Delaware County $1,051 0.60% $175,300
Muskogee County $1,021 0.67% $153,200
Beaver County $1,020 0.78% $130,100
Stephens County $990 0.68% $145,300
Woodward County $973 0.58% $169,000
Jackson County $941 0.59% $158,400
Major County $940 0.63% $149,600
Lincoln County $935 0.56% $166,500
Cherokee County $911 0.54% $168,500
Marshall County $903 0.55% $164,500
Nowata County $891 0.65% $137,800
Ellis County $877 0.74% $119,100
Pawnee County $876 0.67% $131,500
Atoka County $872 0.55% $157,600
Le Flore County $845 0.62% $135,700
Cotton County $840 0.74% $113,900
McIntosh County $832 0.57% $146,200
Craig County $823 0.55% $150,500
Kay County $821 0.66% $124,700
Garvin County $818 0.55% $147,800
Woods County $803 0.58% $139,600
Okmulgee County $796 0.66% $121,200
Pittsburg County $788 0.50% $156,900
Ottawa County $763 0.62% $123,300
Sequoyah County $761 0.55% $139,400
Blaine County $730 0.58% $126,900
Roger Mills County $720 0.46% $157,800
Dewey County $689 0.52% $133,600
Murray County $665 0.42% $159,800
Johnston County $650 0.56% $116,500
Harper County $634 0.64% $99,200
Caddo County $626 0.54% $115,700
Washita County $620 0.52% $118,400
Hughes County $615 0.60% $102,000
Seminole County $613 0.62% $99,500
Coal County $609 0.53% $115,700
Haskell County $598 0.43% $138,800
Alfalfa County $592 0.58% $101,500
Adair County $569 0.48% $117,800
Latimer County $567 0.53% $107,900
Kiowa County $560 0.58% $96,100
Okfuskee County $560 0.48% $115,900
Greer County $545 0.50% $109,100
Harmon County $537 0.67% $79,700
McCurtain County $528 0.37% $144,500
Choctaw County $520 0.41% $126,500
Pushmataha County $518 0.39% $132,300
Jefferson County $517 0.63% $82,500
Grant County $513 0.49% $105,700
Tillman County $500 0.63% $79,800
Cimarron County $395 0.40% $98,600

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average property tax in Oklahoma?
The average median property tax paid in Oklahoma is $1,599 per year, based on ACS 2024 data. The average effective tax rate is 0.80%.
How does Oklahoma compare to the national average?
Oklahoma property taxes are 20% below the national average. Homeowners here pay a median of $1,599 per year compared to $1,993 nationally.
Which county in Oklahoma has the lowest property taxes?
Cimarron County has the lowest median property tax in Oklahoma at $395 per year with an effective rate of 0.40%. The highest is Canadian County at $2,394.
How are property taxes calculated?
Property taxes are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of a property by the local tax rate (mill rate). Rates vary by county, city, and school district. The effective tax rate shown here is the median tax paid divided by the median home value, which provides a standardized comparison across counties.
What is the median home value in Oklahoma?
The median home value across Oklahoma is $199,800, compared to $227,791 nationally. Home values directly impact property tax bills since taxes are assessed as a percentage of property value.
Can I appeal my property taxes in Oklahoma?
Yes. Every Oklahoma homeowner has the right to appeal their property tax assessment. The process typically starts at your county assessor's office within 30-90 days of receiving your assessment notice. You can challenge the assessed value by providing comparable sales data, evidence of property condition, or errors in the assessment. See our guide on how to appeal property taxes for detailed steps.

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PlainPropertyTax is rendered directly from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on the Census ACS state-level record for Oklahoma. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of 2026-06-09.