10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Oregon
If you are comparing property taxes across Oregon, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Gilliam County, comes in at 1.01% — 0.18% higher than the Oregon average (0.83%). The statewide effective rate is 0.83%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gilliam County | 1.01% | $1,597 | $158,400 |
| 2 | Umatilla County | 0.99% | $2,534 | $256,100 |
| 3 | Benton County | 0.98% | $4,713 | $481,700 |
| 4 | Harney County | 0.97% | $1,845 | $190,600 |
| 5 | Multnomah County | 0.96% | $5,061 | $528,000 |
| 6 | Linn County | 0.91% | $3,130 | $344,600 |
| 7 | Union County | 0.89% | $2,307 | $260,500 |
| 8 | Marion County | 0.88% | $3,382 | $383,300 |
| 9 | Baker County | 0.88% | $2,184 | $247,700 |
| 10 | Clackamas County | 0.87% | $5,051 | $577,900 |
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 Oregon 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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