Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Grants Pass, Oregon
Median Grants Pass, Oregon effective property tax rate: 0.60%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Oregon state median of 0.87%.
Median Grants Pass, Oregon home value: $359,380
Median annual Grants Pass, Oregon tax bill: $2,167, $233 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Josephine calculated?
Property taxes in Grants Pass, Oregon 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.
Understanding Grants Pass's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Grants Pass, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
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How Does the Grants Pass Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Grants Pass property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Grants Pass's median effective tax rate of 0.60% — based on actual property records in Josephine County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Grants Pass's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Grants Pass: rates range from $2166.00 in 97526 to $2170.00 in 97527, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Grants Pass.
About Grants Pass Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Grants Pass, Josephine, Oregon
Grants Pass’s median effective property tax rate of 0.60% is lower than the Oregon state median of 0.87% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Josephine County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Grants Pass. Homeowners in the 97526 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.64%, while those in 97527 pay 0.55%. This spread — 0.09 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Josephine County. Understanding which part of Grants Pass you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Grants Pass homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the December 31, 2025 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Grants Pass's effective property tax rate to other cities in Oregon and the median property tax rates in Oregon and the U.S.
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 Grants Pass Tax Rate
0.60%
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 Josephine County Tax Rate
0.57%
Median Effective Oregon Tax Rate
0.87%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97526 | 0.39% | 0.47% | 0.64% | 0.75% | 0.85% |
| 97527 | 0.39% | 0.44% | 0.55% | 0.76% | 0.85% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon
When examining property taxes in Grants Pass, Oregon, 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 Josephine County 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 Josephine County are sent in October 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. The median home price in Grants Pass is $359,380, with tax bills ranging from $1,432 at the 25th percentile to $3,977 at the 90th percentile. The median tax bill is $2,167, slightly below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. The highest median home price is $370,945 in 97527.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon
Source: Ownwell
$134,020
$269,378
$404,735
Median Grants Pass Market Value
$359,380
Median Josephine County Market Value
$337,940
Median Oregon Market Value
$450,850
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97526 | $183,640 | $265,860 | $344,710 | $462,440 | $655,198 |
| 97527 | $116,308 | $269,205 | $370,945 | $469,768 | $653,999 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon
Property tax bills in Grants Pass are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Josephine County. When a property’s assessed value rises, the tax bill can increase as well, especially if local rates remain steady. For homeowners, this means the amount owed each year depends on both the value of the home and the tax rate applied to it.
The median home price in Grants Pass is $359,380, and the median property tax bill is $2,170, which is close to the national median property tax bill of $2,400. That places many homeowners in a range where annual taxes are meaningful but not among the highest in the country. Tax bills vary across the city, with the 25th percentile at $1,432 and the 75th percentile at $3,045. At the higher end, the 90th percentile reaches $3,977, showing how larger or more valuable homes can face a heavier tax burden.
Median Grants Pass Tax Bill
$2,167
Median Josephine County Tax Bill
$1,969
Median Oregon Tax Bill
$3,806
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97526 | $855 | $1,517 | $2,166 | $3,029 | $4,076 |
| 97527 | $625 | $1,356 | $2,170 | $3,057 | $3,871 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | December 31 |
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| Josephine Tax Assessor | |
| Website | jcpa.josephinecounty.gov |