Wheeler County Property Taxes

Wheeler County, Oregon

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

31.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$157/mo escrow

#13 of 36 counties in Oregon

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.73%

vs. Oregon Avg31.4% below
vs. National Avg30% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$259,000

State avg $357,142

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,010

$168/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,708

$142/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#13

of 36 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Wheeler County, Oregon

Wheeler County offers below-average tax rates

Wheeler County's effective tax rate of 0.727% is slightly below the national median of 0.75%, placing it in the 45th percentile nationally. The median property tax of $1,884 sits 30% below the national median of $2,690.

Lowest-taxing county in Oregon

Wheeler County ranks last among Oregon's 36 counties with an effective tax rate of 0.727%, well below the state average of 0.775%. This makes Wheeler one of Oregon's most tax-efficient properties for homeowners.

Wheeler offers the region's lowest burden

Wheeler County's 0.727% effective rate and $1,884 median tax are significantly lower than all nearby counties. Compared to Wasco ($2,784), Yamhill ($3,318), and Washington ($4,852), Wheeler properties face substantially lighter tax burdens.

A $259,000 home costs $1,884 yearly

The median Wheeler County home valued at $259,000 generates just $1,884 in annual property taxes using the county's 0.727% rate. Mortgaged homes average $2,010, while owned homes average $1,708 annually.

Even low taxes deserve a review

Even in lower-tax counties like Wheeler, homeowners should verify their assessments are accurate. If your tax bill deviates significantly from the county median, an appeal could confirm you're not overpaying.

How Wheeler County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Wheeler County$1,884
Oregon State Average$2,745
National Average$1,924

Wheeler County

0.73%

Effective rate

Oregon Avg

0.77%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Wheeler County, Oregon?
The effective property tax rate in Wheeler County, Oregon is 0.73%. 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 Wheeler County?
The median annual property tax payment in Wheeler County is $1,884. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,010, while those without a mortgage pay $1,708.
How does Wheeler County compare to the Oregon average?
Wheeler County's effective tax rate of 0.73% is lower than the Oregon state average of 0.77%. The median annual property tax in Wheeler County is $1,884, compared to the state average of $2,745.
What is the median home value in Wheeler County, Oregon?
The median home value in Wheeler County, Oregon is $259,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Wheeler County a low property tax area in Oregon?
Yes — Wheeler County's effective property tax rate of 0.73% is below the Oregon average of 0.77%. The median annual property tax of $1,884 is also lower the state average of $2,745, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Wheeler County rank for property taxes in Oregon?
Wheeler County ranks #13 out of 36 counties in Oregon by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.73% and median annual tax of $1,884, it falls in the middle 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.