Verified 2026 City Guide

Ferry Property Tax

Access 2026 property tax rates, payment portals, and assessment tools for Ferry. Taxes are administered by Oceana County.

Local Rate

N/A

County Avg

1.01%

State Avg

0.01%

City vs. County Jurisdiction

While you live in Ferry, property taxes are officially administered by Oceana County. The county handles your assessment, billing, appeals, and exemptions.

Ferry Tax Calculator

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Est. Annual Bill

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How Property Taxes Work in Ferry

Property taxes for Ferry residents are calculated on the ad valorem principle — your bill is proportional to the fair market value determined by the Oceana County Appraisal District.

Assessment Role

The county assessor determines the value of all real estate in Ferry every tax year.

Collection Role

Taxes are collected by the county tax office and distributed to city, school, and special-district funds.

Ferry Tax Components

Your annual bill is a combined total of levies from multiple local government entities:

County General Fund Variable Levy
City of Ferry Variable Levy
Local Independent School District (ISD) Variable Levy
Emergency Services District Variable Levy

Lowering Your Ferry Property Tax Bill

Claim Exemptions

Most homeowners qualify for a Homestead Exemption that significantly reduces the taxable value of your primary residence. Seniors and veterans may qualify for additional relief.

Protest Your Value

If the county assessment exceeds fair market value you can file an appeal with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). Over 50% of appeals result in a reduction.

2026 Important Deadlines

Assessment Notices

April – May

Protest Deadline

May 15th*

Payment Due

January 31st

*Protest deadlines are generally May 15th or 30 days after your notice was mailed, whichever is later.

Ferry Property Tax FAQs

For 2026, property tax rates in Ferry vary by parcel. Refer to the Oceana County average rate of 1.0068385060494% as a baseline estimate.

Residents of Ferry pay property taxes to the Oceana County Tax Assessor — not a city office. Use the county's official payment portal.

Yes. File a Notice of Protest with the Oceana County Appraisal District within 30 days of receiving your valuation notice. See the county appeal guide for step-by-step instructions.

Oceana County Official

Property tax for Ferry is handled at the county level.

💡 Tax Tip

Check for Homestead or Senior exemptions on the Oceana County portal. These can reduce your taxable value by $25,000–$100,000+.