Lane County, OR Property Tax: $3,417/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Lane County is 0.86% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $395,800, that works out to about $3,404 per year, or $284 per month. Lane County is located in central Oregon, with Eugene as its county seat, and is home to approximately 382,628 residents.
About Lane County
Lane County covers approximately 4,554.1 square miles in Oregon. The county is home to about 382,628 residents living in roughly 168,316 housing units, of which 56.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $69,311, and the median home was built in 1977.
The county seat is Eugene. Lane County borders Benton County, Deschutes County, Douglas County, Klamath County, Lincoln 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 Lane County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Lane County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lane County, OR | 0.86% | $395,800 | $3,404 |
| Oregon state average | 0.78% | — | $3,087* |
| Benton County | 0.98% | $481,700 | $4,713 |
| Deschutes County | 0.62% | $596,000 | $3,670 |
| Douglas County | 0.66% | $283,200 | $1,869 |
| Klamath County | 0.68% | $255,700 | $1,734 |
| Lincoln County | 0.84% | $387,700 | $3,241 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Lane County's median home value of $395,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Lane County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Oregon?
At 0.86%, Lane County is higher than the Oregon state average of 0.78%. On a home at the county median of $395,800, that means about $3,404 per year — versus $3,087 at the state average rate, a difference of $317 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Lane County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Lane County?
For a home at the county median value of $395,800, the annual property tax in Lane County is approximately $3,404 — or about $284 per month. For a home worth $593,700, expect around $5,106 per year. For a $791,600 home, approximately $6,808 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Lane County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Lane County are handled by the Lane County Assessor's office in Eugene. 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 Lane 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 0.86% shown here. Contact the Lane 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