97839 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 97839 (Lexington, Oregon) pay a median of $1,656/year in property taxes on homes valued at $233,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.71%, which is 4% below the Oregon state average of 0.74%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 97839 is approximately $138, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Morrow County. This is $1,339 less than the Oregon average of $2,995/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Oregon, 97839 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 97211 (0.71%) and 97845 (0.71%).

In Lexington, property taxes represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $59,688, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Oregon's Measure 50 limits annual assessed value increases to 3% for existing owners, but the assessment resets to current market value when you purchase — expect your first tax bill to jump significantly from the prior owner's base. Morrow County does not offer a dedicated homestead exemption; contact the Morrow County Assessor to determine if you qualify for senior, veteran, or disability-related relief programs available in your taxing district. Submit any exemption applications to the Morrow County Assessor within 30 days of closing to avoid missing filing deadlines.