73742 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 73742 (Hennessey, Oklahoma) pay a median of $880/year in property taxes on homes valued at $179,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.49%, which is 26% below the Oklahoma state average of 0.66%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 73742 is approximately $73, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Kingfisher County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Oklahoma, 73742 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 73095 (0.49%) and 73766 (0.49%).

In Hennessey, property taxes represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $56,667, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Oklahoma reassesses properties at fair market value upon sale; there is no state cap on assessment increases for new owners, though local districts may freeze taxes on existing homesteads under the Homestead Property Tax Exemption if filed. Kingfisher County offers a Homestead Exemption ($1,000 off assessed value) and Senior exemptions for qualifying applicants age 65+ — file with the Kingfisher County Assessor's office before the annual deadline. File your homestead exemption application with the Kingfisher County Assessor to reduce your assessed value immediately.