Homestead exemption
Who may qualify
Oklahoma resident homeowner residing there January 1; deed executed by January 1 and filed with County Clerk by February 1.
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Oklahoma County property tax due dates 2026
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Unless one-half (1/2) of the taxes so levied has been paid before the first day of January, the entire tax levy for such fiscal year shall become delinquent on that date.
Official source. statutory. Verified October 24, 2026.
Not tax or legal advice; confirm with your county. Dates are shown as published by the source.
Installment timeline
2026–2027Due dates and filing windows, in one view.
Today:
Assessment notice
Valuation-change assessment notices are typically mailed in February, March and April.
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Appeal window: not yet verified.
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How to pay
Fees
A convenience fee applies to online card payments; the county does not receive it. Verify the amount at payment.
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Late payments and penalties
Delinquent tax bears interest at 1.5% per month or major fraction of a month, capped at the unpaid tax principal. If the first half is not paid before January 1, the full tax becomes delinquent; otherwise the second half becomes delinquent April 1.
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Published rate: 1.5% per month or major fraction
Assessment appeals
Exemptions
Senior valuation freeze
Who may qualify
Head of household age 65 or older January 1, owning and occupying the homestead, with gross household income no more than the applicable county HUD limit.
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Savings
Apply January 1–March 15 or within 30 days after receiving a valuation increase notice, whichever is later.
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100% disabled veterans exemption
Who may qualify
Qualifying totally disabled veterans or their surviving spouses.
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County offices
Oklahoma County Treasurer
treasurer
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Oklahoma County Assessor
assessor
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County notes
Mortgage servicers must pay the whole annual tax before January 1. Bills of $25 or less must also be paid in full before January 1.
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Common questions
When is property tax due in Oklahoma County?
First half or full annual payment: December 31, 2026 (statutory). Second half (only if first half paid on time): March 31, 2027 (statutory).
Where can I pay Oklahoma County property tax?
Use the official payment portal: https://www.oklahomacounty.org/elected-offices/treasurer. Credit card online
What happens if my Oklahoma County payment is late?
Delinquent tax bears interest at 1.5% per month or major fraction of a month, capped at the unpaid tax principal. If the first half is not paid before January 1, the full tax becomes delinquent; otherwise the second half becomes delinquent April 1.
Sources and verification
https://www.oklahomacounty.org/Portals/0/Images/Assessor%20Office/2026_Homestead_Application_Internet.pdf?ver=2pHUyJu1WkmfZQ5hy9QgIQ%3d%3d×tamp=1767380675859
Tax Year 2026 Did you own this property on or before January 1, 2026?
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https://oksenate.gov/sites/default/files/2019-12/os68.pdf
Unless one-half (1/2) of the taxes so levied has been paid before the first day of January, the entire tax levy for such fiscal year shall become delinquent on that date.
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https://www.oklahomacounty.org/elected-offices/treasurer
If you wish to search for property or pay your taxes online you may use the Oklahoma County Property Search.
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Estimated bill
Starts at the county’s Census median: $222,900. Change it to your best estimate.
Estimated annual bill$2,155
Your home value × the county’s Census effective rate; your actual bill may differ.
Census survey, 2020–2024. Rate = median annual taxes ÷ median home value.
Census taxes paid source
0500000US40109|2155|42|2438|48|1714|59
Official source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
Late payment penalty
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Source and verification
All delinquent taxes shall bear interest at the rate of one and one-half percent (1 1/2%) per month or major fraction thereof until paid. In no event shall such interest exceed a sum equal to the unpaid principal amount of tax
Official source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
Exemption savings
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Homestead exemption
Oklahoma resident homeowner residing there January 1; deed executed by January 1 and filed with County Clerk by February 1.
Possible annual savingsAnswer above
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Official eligibility and application
Eligibility source
You must be the homeowner who resides in the property on January 1. The deed must be executed on or before January 1 and filed with the County Clerks Office on or before February 1. You must be a resident of Oklahoma.
Official source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
Savings source
March 15: Deadline for filing Homestead applications
Official source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
Senior valuation freeze
Head of household age 65 or older January 1, owning and occupying the homestead, with gross household income no more than the applicable county HUD limit.
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Official eligibility and application
Eligibility source
Head-of-household (as defined below) must be age 65 or older as of January 1. Head-of-household must be an owner of and occupy the Homestead property on January 1. Gross household income (as defined below) cannot exceed H.U.D. median income for the preceding calendar year.
Official source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
Savings source
An application for Senior Valuation Freeze must be filed between January 1 and March 15th, or within thirty (30) days from and after receipt by the taxpayer of notice of valuation increase, which ever is later.
Official source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
100% disabled veterans exemption
Qualifying totally disabled veterans or their surviving spouses.
Possible annual savingsAnswer above
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Official eligibility and application
Eligibility source
You may qualify for a property tax exemption if you are either a totally disabled veteran or the surviving spouse of a totally disabled veteran. This exemption from property tax is available for 100% disabled veterans.
Official source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
Homestead Exemption
Applicant must own and occupy the property as a residence on January 1 of the application year and each year the exemption applies.
Possible annual savingsAnswer above
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Official eligibility and application
Eligibility source
Homestead exemption cannot be approved if you do not own and occupy the subject property as your place of residence on January 1 each year the exemption is applied, including the year of application.
Official source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
Estimates are separate. Do not add them together; eligibility, taxing units and restrictions can overlap.
Is my assessment too high?
Use market value, not assessed or taxable value.
Compared with the county medianAt the median
This compares market values only; being above the county median does not establish overassessment.
Census survey, 2020–2024. Rate = median annual taxes ÷ median home value.
Census taxes paid source
0500000US40109|2155|42|2438|48|1714|59
Official source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
Appeal dates and filing
County appeal deadline: Not yet announced here. Confirm the deadline on your notice with the official office.
How to file: Oklahoma County Assessor; informal protest Form 974.
State guidance: Appeal the assessor's informal-hearing decision to the county Board of Equalization within 15 calendar days of the mailed decision or printed delivery date.
Official appeal source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
Official appeal source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
Official appeal source. Last verified 2026-10-24.
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