Comanche County, OK Property Tax: $1,386/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Comanche County is 0.90% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $154,300, that works out to about $1,389 per year, or $116 per month. Comanche County is located in southwestern Oklahoma, and is home to approximately 121,699 residents.
About Comanche County
Comanche County covers approximately 1,069.3 square miles in Oklahoma. The county is home to about 121,699 residents living in roughly 52,647 housing units, of which 46.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $59,000, and the median home was built in 1977.
Comanche County borders Caddo County, Cotton County, Grady County, Kiowa County, Stephens County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Oklahoma
Property taxes in Oklahoma are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Oklahoma offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Comanche County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Comanche County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comanche County, OK | 0.90% | $154,300 | $1,389 |
| Oklahoma state average | 0.65% | — | $1,003* |
| Caddo County | 0.57% | $109,900 | $627 |
| Cotton County | 0.63% | $113,200 | $712 |
| Grady County | 0.70% | $187,900 | $1,321 |
| Kiowa County | 0.57% | $90,300 | $517 |
| Stephens County | 0.71% | $135,100 | $961 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Comanche County's median home value of $154,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Comanche County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Oklahoma?
At 0.90%, Comanche County is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 0.65%. On a home at the county median of $154,300, that means about $1,389 per year — versus $1,003 at the state average rate, a difference of $386 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Comanche County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Comanche County?
For a home at the county median value of $154,300, the annual property tax in Comanche County is approximately $1,389 — or about $116 per month. For a home worth $231,450, expect around $2,083 per year. For a $308,600 home, approximately $2,777 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Comanche County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Comanche County are handled by the Comanche County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Comanche County?
Oklahoma counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.90% shown here. Contact the Comanche County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File