Yamhill, Yamhill County, Oregon Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Yamhill, Oregon
Median Yamhill, Oregon effective property tax rate: 0.61%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Oregon state median of 0.87%.
Median Yamhill, Oregon home value: $414,412
Median annual Yamhill, Oregon tax bill: $2,261, $139 lower and lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Yamhill calculated?
Property taxes in Yamhill, 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 Yamhill's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Yamhill, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Yamhill, Yamhill County, Oregon Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,528
$2,346
How Does the Yamhill Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Yamhill property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Yamhill's median effective tax rate of 0.61% — based on actual property records in Yamhill County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure used to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Yamhill'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 Yamhill: rates are 0.61% in 97148, 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 Yamhill.
About Yamhill Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Yamhill, Yamhill, Oregon
Yamhill's median effective property tax rate of 0.61% is lower than the Oregon state median of 0.87% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Yamhill 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 Yamhill. Homeowners in the 97148 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.61%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 0.61%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Yamhill County. Understanding which part of Yamhill you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Yamhill 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 Yamhill, Yamhill 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 Yamhill’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 Ă· 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 Yamhill Tax Rate
0.61%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Yamhill County Tax Rate
0.76%
Median Effective Oregon Tax Rate
0.87%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Yamhill, Yamhill County, Oregon
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97148 | 0.26% | 0.41% | 0.61% | 0.74% | 0.80% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Yamhill, Yamhill County, Oregon
When examining property taxes in Yamhill, 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 Yamhill 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 Yamhill 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 Yamhill.
For example, the median home price in Yamhill is $414,412, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 97148 has the highest median home price at $414,412.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Yamhill, Yamhill County, Oregon
Source: Ownwell
$241,416
$771,313
$1,301,209
Median Yamhill Market Value
$414,412
Median Yamhill County Market Value
$428,420
Median Oregon Market Value
$450,850
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Yamhill, Yamhill County, Oregon
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97148 | $86,669 | $225,268 | $414,412 | $585,425 | $779,903 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Yamhill, Yamhill County, Oregon
Property tax bills in Yamhill are based on a home’s assessed value, which is the value local tax authorities use to calculate what a homeowner owes. The bill is determined by applying the local tax rate to that assessed value, so homes with higher assessed values generally face higher tax bills. Factors such as the property’s market value, location, and any changes in the local tax base can influence the assessed amount and, in turn, the final bill.
For homeowners in Yamhill, this means property taxes can vary widely from one home to another. The median home price is $414,412, and the median property tax bill is $2,261, which is slightly below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Bills can still range much higher, with the 75th percentile at $3,661 and the 90th percentile at $4,566.
Median Yamhill Tax Bill
$2,261
Median Yamhill County Tax Bill
$3,336
Median Oregon Tax Bill
$3,806
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Yamhill, Yamhill County, Oregon
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97148 | $292 | $1,061 | $2,261 | $3,661 | $4,566 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | December 31 |
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| Yamhill Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.yamhillcounty.gov |