10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Oklahoma
If you are comparing property taxes across Oklahoma, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Cleveland County, comes in at 1.03% — 0.21% higher than the Oklahoma average (0.82%). The statewide effective rate is 0.82%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cleveland County | 1.03% | $2,288 | $222,800 |
| 2 | Tulsa County | 1.01% | $2,161 | $213,500 |
| 3 | Oklahoma County | 0.98% | $2,045 | $207,800 |
| 4 | Canadian County | 0.98% | $2,259 | $230,300 |
| 5 | Washington County | 0.94% | $1,505 | $160,900 |
| 6 | Comanche County | 0.90% | $1,386 | $154,300 |
| 7 | Garfield County | 0.89% | $1,331 | $149,800 |
| 8 | Payne County | 0.87% | $1,884 | $217,700 |
| 9 | Wagoner County | 0.81% | $1,753 | $216,000 |
| 10 | Noble County | 0.80% | $1,145 | $142,600 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Oklahoma often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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