Josephine County, OR Property Tax: $2,023/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Josephine County is 0.53% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $383,100, that works out to about $2,030 per year, or $169 per month. Josephine County is located in southwestern Oregon, and is home to approximately 88,069 residents.
About Josephine County
Josephine County covers approximately 1,638.6 square miles in Oregon. The county is home to about 88,069 residents living in roughly 39,217 housing units, of which 66.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $59,097, and the median home was built in 1981.
Josephine County borders Del Norte County, Siskiyou County, Curry County, Douglas County, Jackson 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 Josephine County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Josephine County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josephine County, OR | 0.53% | $383,100 | $2,030 |
| Oregon state average | 0.78% | — | $2,988* |
| Del Norte County | 0.59% | $319,600 | $1,872 |
| Siskiyou County | 0.66% | $284,500 | $1,880 |
| Curry County | 0.53% | $366,700 | $1,948 |
| Douglas County | 0.66% | $283,200 | $1,869 |
| Jackson County | 0.76% | $400,200 | $3,032 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Josephine County's median home value of $383,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Josephine County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Oregon?
At 0.53%, Josephine County is lower than the Oregon state average of 0.78%. On a home at the county median of $383,100, that means about $2,030 per year — versus $2,988 at the state average rate, a difference of $958 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Josephine County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Josephine County?
For a home at the county median value of $383,100, the annual property tax in Josephine County is approximately $2,030 — or about $169 per month. For a home worth $574,650, expect around $3,046 per year. For a $766,200 home, approximately $4,061 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Josephine County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Josephine County are handled by the Josephine 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 Josephine 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 0.53% shown here. Contact the Josephine 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