Washington County Property Tax Rate
Oklahoma
Washington County, Oklahoma has an effective property tax rate of 0.90%, which is 2% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $173,200, homeowners pay approximately $1,558 per year in property taxes. Washington County ranks #5 out of 77 counties in Oklahoma for property tax rates.
$1,558
Per year
$173,200
2024 estimate
2.59%
Median income: $60,162
#5
of 77 counties in OK
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$1,890
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$1,228
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Washington County pay on average $662 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Washington County Compares
Top Counties in Oklahoma
Historical Property Tax Trends
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,227 | $126,100 | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $1,291 | $127,400 | 1.01% |
| 2022 | $1,433 | $151,000 | 0.95% |
| 2023 | $1,505 | $160,900 | 0.94% |
| 2024 | $1,558 | $173,200 | 0.90% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Oklahoma Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Washington 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
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,700
$225/month · Rate: 0.90%
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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.