Hood River County Property Taxes

Hood River County, Oregon

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

22.4% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$280/mo escrow

#4 of 36 counties in Oregon

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.59%

vs. Oregon Avg22.4% above
vs. National Avg24.9% above

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$571,200

State avg $357,142

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$3,367

$281/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$3,345

$279/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#4

of 36 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Hood River County, Oregon

Hood River taxes stay low despite high values

Hood River County's effective tax rate of 0.588% ranks in the bottom 15% of U.S. counties, offering a tax-friendly environment for its wealthy residents. The median home value of $571,200 generates $3,359 in annual taxes—above the national median of $2,690 in absolute dollars, but at a notably lower rate.

Oregon's lowest county tax rate

At 0.588%, Hood River boasts the lowest effective tax rate among all 36 Oregon counties, well below the state average of 0.775%. This favorable rate applies across the county's premium real estate market.

Lowest rate in Oregon's north

Hood River's 0.588% effective rate handily beats nearby Deschutes County (0.616%) and Jackson County (0.758%), making it the tax-friendliest county in north-central Oregon. The advantage compounds for affluent homeowners in this high-value market.

What $571,200 homes cost to own

Hood River homeowners pay $3,359 annually on a median home valued at $571,200. Mortgage holders and outright owners pay nearly identical amounts at $3,367 and $3,345 respectively.

Even low rates deserve verification

Hood River's favorable tax rate is an advantage, but assessments can still be wrong—especially in appreciating markets where recent comps may not reflect true market value. A simple appeal review costs nothing and could protect your bottom line.

How Hood River County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Hood River County$3,359
Oregon State Average$2,745
National Average$1,924

Hood River County

0.59%

Effective rate

Oregon Avg

0.77%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Hood River County, Oregon?
The effective property tax rate in Hood River County, Oregon is 0.59%. 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 Hood River County?
The median annual property tax payment in Hood River County is $3,359. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,367, while those without a mortgage pay $3,345.
How does Hood River County compare to the Oregon average?
Hood River County's effective tax rate of 0.59% is lower than the Oregon state average of 0.77%. The median annual property tax in Hood River County is $3,359, compared to the state average of $2,745.
What is the median home value in Hood River County, Oregon?
The median home value in Hood River County, Oregon is $571,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Hood River County a low property tax area in Oregon?
Yes — Hood River County's effective property tax rate of 0.59% is below the Oregon average of 0.77%. The median annual property tax of $3,359 is also comparable to the state average of $2,745, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Hood River County rank for property taxes in Oregon?
Hood River County ranks #4 out of 36 counties in Oregon by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.59% and median annual tax of $3,359, 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.