Property Tax 101

Property Tax 101 - Property Tax Rates

The median property tax (also known as real estate tax) in Clackamas County is $2,814.00 per year, based on a median home value of $331,100.00 and a median effective property tax rate of 0.85% of property value.

Clackamas County collects very high property taxes, and is among the top 25% of counties in the United States ranked by property tax collections. Of the thirty-six counties in Oregon, Clackamas County is ranked 1st by median property taxes, and 22nd by median tax as percentage of home value.

Clackamas County's higher property taxes are partially due to property values, as the median home value in Clackamas County is $331,100.00. For comparison, the state-wide median property value is $257,400.00

Property Tax Tip

Note: Due to the complicated and varied methods used to calculate property tax in different counties, the best way to compare property taxes between jurisdictions is through median property tax values. If you need to calculate the exact tax due on your property, contact the Clackamas County Tax Assessor.

Clackamas County's Property Tax Is Higher Than Average