97444 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 97444 (Gold Beach, Oregon) pay a median of $1,975/year in property taxes on homes valued at $396,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.50%, which is 33% below the Oregon state average of 0.74%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 97444 is approximately $165, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Curry County. This is $1,020 less than the Oregon average of $2,995/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Oregon, 97444 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 97462 (0.50%) and 97374 (0.50%).

In Gold Beach, property taxes represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $64,600, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Under Oregon's Measure 50, your assessed value is capped at 3% annual increase, but resets to market value upon purchase—expect your tax bill to reflect your acquisition price starting the following year. Curry County does not offer a statewide homestead exemption; seniors 65+ and disabled homeowners should contact the Curry County Assessor immediately after closing to apply for available county relief programs. File an appeal with the Curry County Assessor within 30 days of receiving your Notice of Assessed Value if you believe the assessed value exceeds fair market value.