97918 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 97918 (Vale, Oregon) pay a median of $1,900/year in property taxes on homes valued at $240,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.79%, which is 7% above the Oregon state average of 0.74%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 97918 is approximately $158, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Malheur County. This is $1,095 less than the Oregon average of $2,995/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Oregon, 97918 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 97492 (0.79%) and 97448 (0.79%).

In Vale, property taxes represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $57,647, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Your Malheur County property assessment will jump to market value at purchase under Oregon's Measure 50, resetting the 3% annual growth cap — expect a significant increase from the prior owner's tax bill. Malheur County does not provide a county homestead exemption, but the Malheur County Assessor administers senior citizen and disabled person exemptions for qualifying owners; verify income and residency requirements early. Apply for exemptions directly with the Malheur County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to secure relief for the current tax year.