Oregon's High Tax Rates
Oregon has one of the highest state income tax rates at 8% to 9.9%, with no sales tax to offset it. Portland workers also pay a TriMet transit tax (0.7937%) and Metro Supportive Housing tax (1% on income over $125K).
Oregon has one of the highest state income tax rates at 8% to 9.9%, with no sales tax to offset it. Portland workers also pay a TriMet transit tax (0.7937%) and Metro Supportive Housing tax (1% on income over $125K).
Oregon's trade-off is clear: no sales tax means more income tax. Your Portland paystub will show significant state deductions, but you save on every purchase you make.
Oregon relies heavily on income tax since there is no state sales tax. Rates range from 4.75% to 9.9% based on income.
TriMet is a transit payroll tax of 0.7937% that funds Portland's public transportation system. It is paid by the employer but may appear on your stub.