Hood River County, Oregon Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Hood River County, Oregon
Median Hood River County effective property tax rate: 0.57%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Hood River County home value: $578,435
Median annual Hood River County tax bill: $3,321, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Hood River County calculated?
Property taxes in Hood River County are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Why do property taxes in Hood River County matter? Understanding your county's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Whether you live in Hood River or another part of Hood River County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
How does Hood River County compare with Oregon? The county’s effective property tax rate is lower than Oregon’s 0.87% median rate, but the median annual tax bill is still $921 higher than the state median.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Hood River County, Oregon Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$3,297
$3,060
How Does the Hood River County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Hood River County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Hood River County's median effective tax rate of 0.57% to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the assessor assigns for tax purposes, which is typically lower than market value after applicable exemptions. Our calculator uses the median effective rate for a more accurate estimate than the statutory millage rate alone.
Your actual bill may vary based on your specific exemptions, local school district levies, and any special assessment districts that apply to your property. Hood River County’s median tax rate is lower than the Oregon median tax rate of 0.87%, and the county’s median tax bill of $3,321 is $921 higher than the state median tax bill.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Hood River County.
Property Tax Rates Across Hood River County, Oregon
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Hood River County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Hood River County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.
Below, compare Hood River County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Oregon or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Hood River County's median effective rate stands at 0.57%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Hood River County, the highest rate is found in Cascade Locks at 0.67%, while Mount Hood Parkdale has the lowest at 0.55%.
These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, special assessment districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Hood River County Tax Rate
0.57%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Oregon Tax Rate
0.87%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Hood River County, Oregon
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Locks | 0.46% | 0.57% | 0.67% | 0.78% | 1.04% |
| Hood River | 0.36% | 0.46% | 0.56% | 0.66% | 0.84% |
| Mount Hood Parkdale | 0.37% | 0.46% | 0.55% | 0.68% | 1.13% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hood River County, Oregon
When examining property taxes in Hood River County, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Hood River County assessor estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Hood River County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of October.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Hood River County.
For example, the median tax bill in Hood River County is $3,321, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Hood River has the highest median home price at $610,265.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hood River County, Oregon
Source: Ownwell
$315,455
$462,860
$610,265
Median Hood River County Market Value
$578,435
Median Oregon Market Value
$450,850
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hood River County, Oregon
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Locks | $58,707 | $212,558 | $315,455 | $451,938 | $567,416 |
| Hood River | $54,818 | $448,805 | $610,265 | $814,415 | $1,105,413 |
| Mount Hood Parkdale | $31,144 | $116,535 | $490,915 | $737,402 | $1,026,150 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Hood River County, Oregon
Property tax bills in Hood River are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate. For a county with a median home price of $578,435, the bill a homeowner receives can vary widely depending on the property’s assessed market value and the taxing districts that apply. The median property tax bill in the county is $3,494 in Hood River and $2,256 in Cascade Locks, showing how location within the county can affect what homeowners pay.
Your bill is determined by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable tax rate, which helps fund local services such as schools and public infrastructure. Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400, Hood River homeowners often face higher bills. Bills in the county range from $2,254 at the 25th percentile to $6,189 at the 90th percentile, so homeowners with higher-valued properties or different tax district combinations may see significantly larger tax obligations.
Median Hood River County Tax Bill
$3,321
Median Oregon Tax Bill
$3,806
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Hood River County, Oregon
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Locks | $782 | $1,579 | $2,256 | $3,106 | $3,753 |
| Hood River | $1,159 | $2,427 | $3,494 | $4,745 | $6,358 |
| Mount Hood Parkdale | $520 | $1,855 | $2,997 | $4,591 | $6,048 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | December 31 |
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| Hood River Tax Assessor | |
| Website | records.co.hood-river.or.us |