Ellis County Property Taxes

Ellis County, Oklahoma

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

4.5% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$76/mo escrow

#61 of 77 counties in Oklahoma

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.75%

vs. Oklahoma Avg4.5% below
vs. National Avg65.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$122,500

State avg $142,268

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,135

$95/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$834

$70/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#61

of 77 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Ellis County, Oklahoma

Ellis County taxes exceed national median

Ellis County's effective rate of 0.748% exceeds the national median of 0.73%, placing it in the upper-middle range of U.S. counties. The median property tax of $916 is still 66% lower than the national median of $2,690, reflecting Oklahoma's generally lower home values.

Second-highest tax rate in Oklahoma

Ellis County's 0.748% rate is the second-highest among Oklahoma counties, 15% above the state average of 0.652%. The median tax of $916 is only 5% below the state median of $959, a notable outlier in the state.

Highest taxes in the panhandle region

Ellis County's 0.748% rate significantly exceeds neighboring Garfield County (0.888%) to the east, making it the highest-taxing county in the immediate area. Only Garfield surpasses it regionally.

Median home costs $916 per year

A homeowner with the median-valued property of $122,500 pays approximately $916 annually in property taxes. Homeowners with mortgages face bills of $1,135 once mortgage-related assessments apply.

Review your assessment for accuracy

Ellis County's high effective rate means overassessments have outsized impact. File an appeal with your assessor if you believe your home's taxable value exceeds its fair market value.

How Ellis County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Ellis County$916
Oklahoma State Average$959
National Average$1,924

Ellis County

0.75%

Effective rate

Oklahoma Avg

0.67%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Ellis County, Oklahoma?
The effective property tax rate in Ellis County, Oklahoma is 0.75%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Ellis County?
The median annual property tax payment in Ellis County is $916. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,135, while those without a mortgage pay $834.
How does Ellis County compare to the Oklahoma average?
Ellis County's effective tax rate of 0.75% is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in Ellis County is $916, compared to the state average of $959.
What is the median home value in Ellis County, Oklahoma?
The median home value in Ellis County, Oklahoma is $122,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Ellis County property tax rate higher than the Oklahoma average?
Ellis County's effective property tax rate of 0.75% is higher than the Oklahoma average of 0.67%. This difference of 0.07% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Ellis County rank for property taxes in Oklahoma?
Ellis County ranks #61 out of 77 counties in Oklahoma by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.75% and median annual tax of $916, it falls in the upper third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.