Woods County, OK Property Tax: $731/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Woods County is 0.52% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $141,900, that works out to about $738 per year, or $62 per month. Woods County is located in northwestern Oklahoma, and is home to approximately 8,619 residents.
About Woods County
Woods County covers approximately 1,286.5 square miles in Oklahoma. The county is home to about 8,619 residents living in roughly 4,463 housing units, of which 50.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $50,512, and the median home was built in 1961.
Woods County borders Barber County, Comanche County, Alfalfa County, Harper County, Major 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 Woods County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Woods County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woods County, OK | 0.52% | $141,900 | $738 |
| Oklahoma state average | 0.65% | — | $922* |
| Barber County | 1.66% | $92,700 | $1,542 |
| Comanche County | 2.29% | $59,900 | $1,369 |
| Alfalfa County | 0.63% | $103,000 | $649 |
| Harper County | 0.67% | $99,300 | $663 |
| Major County | 0.61% | $134,700 | $828 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Woods County's median home value of $141,900. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Woods County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Oklahoma?
At 0.52%, Woods County is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 0.65%. On a home at the county median of $141,900, that means about $738 per year — versus $922 at the state average rate, a difference of $184 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Woods County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Woods County?
For a home at the county median value of $141,900, the annual property tax in Woods County is approximately $738 — or about $62 per month. For a home worth $212,850, expect around $1,107 per year. For a $283,800 home, approximately $1,476 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Woods County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Woods County are handled by the Woods 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 Woods 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 0.52% shown here. Contact the Woods 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