Property Tax in Lake County
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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.