Lake County Property Taxes

Lake County, Oregon

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

48.7% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$117/mo escrow

#8 of 36 counties in Oregon

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.64%

vs. Oregon Avg48.7% below
vs. National Avg47.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$219,400

State avg $357,142

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,947

$162/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,192

$99/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#8

of 36 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lake County, Oregon

Lake County's taxes sit below American median

Lake County's 0.641% effective tax rate falls beneath the national median of 0.75%, placing it in the bottom 40% of U.S. counties. The median Lake County homeowner pays just $1,407 per year—roughly half the national median of $2,690.

Lake County ranks sixth-lowest in Oregon's tax ladder

Lake's 0.641% rate runs 17% below Oregon's 0.775% state average, offering meaningful relief to residents. With a median tax of $1,407, Lake homeowners pay about 51% of what Oregon homeowners typically owe.

Lake offers slight advantages in the south-central region

Lake County's 0.641% rate beats Klamath (0.678%) despite both sitting in Oregon's lower-tax tier. The two counties form a relatively affordable corridor in south-central Oregon, though homes themselves are smaller and cheaper.

Median Lake County home costs $1,407 yearly in tax

With a median home value of $219,400 and a 0.641% effective rate, Lake homeowners pay roughly $1,407 annually in property taxes. Adding a mortgage increases that to approximately $1,947 per year.

Lake County properties deserve a reassessment review

Overassessment affects Lake County homeowners just as it does elsewhere, even in lower-tax areas. The county assessor's office accepts property appeals at no cost—verify your home's valuation aligns with current market conditions.

How Lake County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lake County$1,407
Oregon State Average$2,745
National Average$1,924

Lake County

0.64%

Effective rate

Oregon Avg

0.77%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lake County, Oregon?
The effective property tax rate in Lake County, Oregon is 0.64%. 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 Lake County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lake County is $1,407. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,947, while those without a mortgage pay $1,192.
How does Lake County compare to the Oregon average?
Lake County's effective tax rate of 0.64% is lower than the Oregon state average of 0.77%. The median annual property tax in Lake County is $1,407, compared to the state average of $2,745.
What is the median home value in Lake County, Oregon?
The median home value in Lake County, Oregon is $219,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lake County a low property tax area in Oregon?
Yes — Lake County's effective property tax rate of 0.64% is below the Oregon average of 0.77%. The median annual property tax of $1,407 is also lower the state average of $2,745, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lake County rank for property taxes in Oregon?
Lake County ranks #8 out of 36 counties in Oregon by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.64% and median annual tax of $1,407, 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.