Deschutes County, OR Property Tax: $3,670/yr (2026)
Last reviewed:
The effective property tax rate in Deschutes County is 0.62% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $596,000, that works out to about $3,695 per year, or $308 per month. Deschutes County is located in central Oregon, with Bend as its county seat, and is home to approximately 203,026 residents.
About Deschutes County
Deschutes County covers approximately 3,017.6 square miles in Oregon. The county is home to about 203,026 residents living in roughly 97,064 housing units, of which 60.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $87,640, and the median home was built in 1997.
The county seat is Bend. Deschutes County borders Crook County, Harney County, Jefferson County, Klamath County, Lake County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Oregon
Property taxes in Oregon 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 Oregon 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 Deschutes County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Deschutes County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deschutes County, OR | 0.62% | $596,000 | $3,695 |
| Oregon state average | 0.78% | — | $4,649* |
| Crook County | 0.64% | $423,300 | $2,703 |
| Harney County | 0.97% | $190,600 | $1,845 |
| Jefferson County | 0.74% | $339,200 | $2,506 |
| Klamath County | 0.68% | $255,700 | $1,734 |
| Lake County | 0.64% | $219,400 | $1,407 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Deschutes County's median home value of $596,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Deschutes County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Oregon?
At 0.62%, Deschutes County is lower than the Oregon state average of 0.78%. On a home at the county median of $596,000, that means about $3,695 per year — versus $4,649 at the state average rate, a difference of $954 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Deschutes County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Deschutes County?
For a home at the county median value of $596,000, the annual property tax in Deschutes County is approximately $3,695 — or about $308 per month. For a home worth $894,000, expect around $5,543 per year. For a $1,192,000 home, approximately $7,390 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Deschutes County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Deschutes County are handled by the Deschutes County Assessor's office in Bend. 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 Deschutes County?
Oregon 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 0.62% shown here. Contact the Deschutes 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