97812 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 97812 (Arlington, Oregon) pay a median of $1,778/year in property taxes on homes valued at $198,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.90%, which is 21% above the Oregon state average of 0.74%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 97812 is approximately $148, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Gilliam County. This is $1,217 less than the Oregon average of $2,995/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Oregon, 97812 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 97370 (0.90%) and 97371 (0.89%).

In Arlington, property taxes represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $76,087, 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 at purchase—expect your tax bill to reflect your buying price in the year following closing. Gilliam County does not offer a statewide homestead exemption; seniors 65+ and disabled homeowners should contact the Gilliam County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to apply for available county relief programs. File a formal appeal with the Gilliam County Assessor within 30 days of receiving your Notice of Assessed Value if the assessed value exceeds comparable recent sales.