Stephens County, OK Property Tax: $961/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Stephens County is 0.71% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $135,100, that works out to about $959 per year, or $80 per month. Stephens County is located in southern Oklahoma, and is home to approximately 43,314 residents.
About Stephens County
Stephens County covers approximately 870.2 square miles in Oklahoma. The county is home to about 43,314 residents living in roughly 20,311 housing units, of which 63.2% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $60,236, and the median home was built in 1975.
Stephens County borders Carter County, Comanche County, Cotton County, Garvin County, Grady 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 Stephens County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Stephens County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephens County, OK | 0.71% | $135,100 | $959 |
| Oklahoma state average | 0.65% | — | $878* |
| Carter County | 0.77% | $153,500 | $1,185 |
| Comanche County | 0.90% | $154,300 | $1,386 |
| Cotton County | 0.63% | $113,200 | $712 |
| Garvin County | 0.57% | $132,600 | $750 |
| Grady County | 0.70% | $187,900 | $1,321 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Stephens County's median home value of $135,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Stephens County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Oklahoma?
At 0.71%, Stephens County is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 0.65%. On a home at the county median of $135,100, that means about $959 per year — versus $878 at the state average rate, a difference of $81 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Stephens County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Stephens County?
For a home at the county median value of $135,100, the annual property tax in Stephens County is approximately $959 — or about $80 per month. For a home worth $202,650, expect around $1,439 per year. For a $270,200 home, approximately $1,918 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Stephens County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Stephens County are handled by the Stephens 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 Stephens 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 0.71% shown here. Contact the Stephens 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