Douglas County Property Taxes

Douglas County, Oregon

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

31.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$156/mo escrow

#9 of 36 counties in Oregon

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.66%

vs. Oregon Avg31.9% below
vs. National Avg30.5% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$283,200

State avg $357,142

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,938

$162/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,725

$144/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#9

of 36 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Douglas County, Oregon

Douglas taxes track with the nation

At 0.660%, Douglas County's effective tax rate aligns closely with the national median of 0.720%, putting it squarely in the middle of U.S. counties. The median tax bill of $1,869 runs 30% below the national median of $2,690, thanks to Douglas' more modest median home value of $283,200.

Mid-tier among Oregon counties

Douglas ranks 15th among Oregon's 36 counties by effective tax rate at 0.660%, just below the state average of 0.775%. Its median property tax of $1,869 is well below Oregon's state median of $2,745.

Cheaper than most eastern Oregon

Douglas' effective rate of 0.660% beats Gilliam County (1.008%) and Harney County (0.968%), making it one of the more affordable tax environments in Oregon's rural east. Only Grant County (0.761%) comes close in the region.

What $283,200 homes cost to own

A typical Douglas County homeowner pays $1,869 annually on a median-valued home of $283,200. Those with mortgages pay slightly more at $1,938, while owners without mortgages pay $1,725.

Appeal if assessed too high

Oregon allows property owners to challenge assessments they believe are inaccurate—a process that can save hundreds yearly if successful. Many Douglas County homeowners have never pursued appeals, leaving money on the table.

How Douglas County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Douglas County$1,869
Oregon State Average$2,745
National Average$1,924

Douglas County

0.66%

Effective rate

Oregon Avg

0.77%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Douglas County, Oregon?
The effective property tax rate in Douglas County, Oregon is 0.66%. 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 Douglas County?
The median annual property tax payment in Douglas County is $1,869. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,938, while those without a mortgage pay $1,725.
How does Douglas County compare to the Oregon average?
Douglas County's effective tax rate of 0.66% is lower than the Oregon state average of 0.77%. The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $1,869, compared to the state average of $2,745.
What is the median home value in Douglas County, Oregon?
The median home value in Douglas County, Oregon is $283,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Douglas County a low property tax area in Oregon?
Yes — Douglas County's effective property tax rate of 0.66% is below the Oregon average of 0.77%. The median annual property tax of $1,869 is also lower the state average of $2,745, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Douglas County rank for property taxes in Oregon?
Douglas County ranks #9 out of 36 counties in Oregon by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.66% and median annual tax of $1,869, it falls in the lower 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.