Polk County Property Tax Rate
Oregon
Polk County, Oregon has an effective property tax rate of 0.80%, which is 13% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $454,700, homeowners pay approximately $3,634 per year in property taxes. Polk County ranks #14 out of 36 counties in Oregon for property tax rates.
$3,634
Per year
$454,700
2024 estimate
4.27%
Median income: $85,118
#14
of 36 counties in OR
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$3,796
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$3,324
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Polk County pay on average $472 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Polk County Compares
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Historical Property Tax Trends
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $2,863 | $290,100 | 0.99% |
| 2021 | $3,034 | $319,000 | 0.95% |
| 2022 | $3,321 | $382,200 | 0.87% |
| 2023 | $3,534 | $419,500 | 0.84% |
| 2024 | $3,634 | $454,700 | 0.80% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Oregon Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Polk County homeowners
Property Tax Deferral (Senior/Disabled)
All property taxes deferred; repaid with 6% interest upon sale or transfer
Homeowners age 62+ or disabled; income limits apply
Disabled Veteran
Up to $28,045 of assessed value (adjusted annually); higher exemption for total disability
Veterans with 40%+ service-connected disability
Property Tax Measure 5 Limit
$5 per $1,000 of real market value for education; $10 per $1,000 for general government
Applies to all properties automatically
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,400
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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.