Tulsa County Property Tax Rate
Oklahoma
Tulsa County, Oklahoma has an effective property tax rate of 0.97%, which is 5% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $230,400, homeowners pay approximately $2,227 per year in property taxes. Tulsa County ranks #4 out of 77 counties in Oklahoma for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 22.7% while home values gained 43.4%. The county's largest city with its own tax profile is Tulsa, where the median annual bill is $1,981.
$2,227
Per year
$230,400
2024 estimate
3.23%
Median income: $69,009
#4
of 77 counties in OK
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$2,413
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$1,911
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Tulsa County pay on average $502 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Tulsa County Compares
Top Counties in Oklahoma
Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Tulsa County rose 22.7% (from $1,815 to $2,227), while the median home value climbed 43.4%. The effective tax rate fell from 1.13% to 0.97% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,815 | $160,700 | 1.13% |
| 2021 | $1,890 | $168,800 | 1.12% |
| 2022 | $2,052 | $196,300 | 1.05% |
| 2023 | $2,161 | $213,500 | 1.01% |
| 2024 | $2,227 | $230,400 | 0.97% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Oklahoma Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Tulsa County homeowners
General Homestead
$1,000 increase in fair cash value used for tax calculation (effectively reduces taxes modestly)
Primary residence owners
Over 65/Disabled (Valuation Freeze)
Assessed value of homestead frozen at current level; income under $25,000: additional exemption up to $200,000 in fair cash value
Homeowners age 65+ or totally disabled with gross household income of $25,000 or less
Disabled Veteran
100% exemption from property taxes on homestead
Veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,910
$243/month · Rate: 0.97%
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Explore property tax data for 5 cities in Tulsa County, Oklahoma.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $1,981 | 1.04% |
| Broken Arrow | $2,398 | 1.05% |
| Owasso | $2,089 | 0.90% |
| Bixby | $3,343 | 1.12% |
| Jenks | $3,021 | 1.06% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.