Linn County
Linn County, Oregon
300 SW 4th Ave
PO Box 100
Albany, Oregon 97321
Tel: 541-967-3829
Fax: 541-926-5109
County Website: Linn county
Assessor Website: Linn county assessor
Linn County Property Assessment Adjustment Instructions
- Gather all necessary documentation such as your property tax bill, any recent property appraisals, and any other evidence of the property's value. https://www.co.linn.or.us/assessor/property-tax-information
- Look into the property tax appeals process for Linn County, Oregon. This information can usually be found on the county's website or by contacting the county's tax assessor's office. https://www.co.linn.or.us/assessor/property-tax-appeals
- Prepare a written appeal outlining why you believe your property taxes are too high and including any evidence you have to support your claim.
- Submit your written appeal to the appropriate authorities, as outlined in the research you conducted in step 2. This might include the county's board of assessment review or a similar body. https://www.co.linn.or.us/assessor/property-tax-appeals/property-tax-appeals-faqs
- Attend any hearings or meetings that are scheduled as part of the appeals process. Be prepared to present your case and answer any questions.
- Await a decision on your appeal. This process can take several weeks or months.
URLs
- https://www.co.linn.or.us/assessor/property-tax-information
- https://www.co.linn.or.us/assessor/property-tax-appeals
- https://www.co.linn.or.us/assessor/property-tax-appeals/property-tax-appeals-faqs
Here's how to lower your property taxes in Linn county
Contact the county assessor
Contact the Linn county tax assessor's office and ask for a review of the property's value. Visit the Linn county assessor's website to find the phone number to call. If the assessor determines that your property is worth less than the value on which your taxes are based, your property taxes may be lowered.
Tax exemptions
Start by finding what your tax bill is. Typically you will find your tax bill information on your mortgage statement. Look for tax exemptions or credits that you may be eligible for. Many states and localities offer exemptions or credits for homeowners who meet certain criteria, information such as being over a certain age or having a low income. Linn county may have these types of exemptions available for homeowners. These exemptions and credits can lower the property tax you owe.
Appeal tax assessment
Appeal the property tax assessment. If you believe that your property's value has been overestimated, you can typically appeal the assessment to your Linn county tax assessor's office. This is part of the services that your assessor's office provides. You will need to provide evidence to support your claim, such as a recent appraisal or sales data for comparable properties and homes in your area. Usually, you will meet with the Board of Equalization. If your appeal is successful, your property taxes may be lowered.
Challenge the tax rate
Consider challenging the tax rate. In some cases, the amount of property taxes you owe is not based on the value of your property, but on the tax rate set by your local government. If you believe that the tax rate is too high, you can contact your Linn county government and ask them to consider reducing it.
Property Tax Rules
Stay up-to-date on your property's value and property tax rules. For the purpose of lowering your Linn county property tax, property value is the assessed property value and not the market property value. Assessed property value is used for taxation purposes while market property value is what a buyer and seller would likely agree on. Typically the assessed value is lower than the market value. Your property's value can change over time due to a variety of factors, such as changes in the local real estate market or improvements you make to your property. To ensure that your property taxes are accurate and fair, it is important to stay informed about your property's value and contact Linn county local tax assessor's office if you believe there has been a significant change.
Keep in mind that property tax laws and regulations can vary, so it is important to consult with your Linn county Oregon tax assessor's office for specific information about how to reduce your property taxes.
About Linn County
Homes in Linn county have a median home value of $239,332.
Linn county home values are ranked 21 out of 36 counties in the state of Oregon for median home price. The average median home value in Oregon is $262,330. Gilliam county has the lowest median price at $120,182. Clackamas county has the highest median price at $419,287.
Compared to the rest of the United States, Linn county homes have a median home value that is above the national median value of $130,626 by ~83%.
The median household income in Linn county is $59,547.
Compared to the state of Oregon and the United States, Linn county's median household income is higher than the state of Oregon's average median household income of $56,924 and the United States average median household income of $54,172.
Linn county's population has grown from 91,227 in 1990 to 128,610 in 2020, an increase of 41% over that time frame.
For comparison, the state of Oregon's population has grown from 2,842,337 in 1990 to 4,237,256 in 2020, an increase of 49% over that time frame.
In the United States, the population has grown from 248,790,925 in 1990 to 331,449,281 in 2020, an increase of 33% over that time frame.
Linn county's population change from 1990 to 2020 is less than the population change for Oregon and greater than the population change for United States.
Linn County Oregon Cities
Albany, Brownsville, Cascadia, Foster, Halsey, Harrisburg, Idanha, Lebanon, Lyons, Mill City, Scio, Shedd, Sweet Home, Tangent
Linn County Oregon Zipcodes
97321 / 97327 / 97329 / 97345 / 97348 / 97350 / 97355 / 97358 / 97360 / 97374 / 97377 / 97386 / 97389 / 97446 /
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