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Oregon Estate Tax Calculator

Oregon levies a state estate tax that applies once the taxable estate exceeds its exemption.

Estate tax
Federal exemption$15M
Oregon exemption$1M
Top state rate16%
State portabilityNo
Gift lookback3 yrs
Federal estate tax$0
Oregon state estate tax$22,590
Total$22,590

State dollar amount is a model estimate — verify with the Oregon Department of Revenue.

Source: Or. Rev. Stat. § 118.055 (exemption not inflation-indexed; 3-year lookback) (2026)

Administration & filing in Oregon

  • Who pays: The estate pays the tax before distribution to heirs.
  • Where filed: With Oregon's tax authority (typically the Department of Revenue or Taxation), on a state estate/inheritance tax return.
  • Deadline: State returns generally follow the federal estate tax return timeline (IRS Form 706, due ~9 months after death, with a 6-month extension available), but state dates can differ — confirm with the state agency.
  • Citation: Or. Rev. Stat. § 118.055 (exemption not inflation-indexed; 3-year lookback) (2026)

Informal estimate only — not legal or tax advice. Figures cite federal statute (IRC § 2010, OBBBA 2025) and each state's Department of Revenue. Tax laws and exemption amounts change yearly; confirm the current rule with the IRS, your state agency, or a licensed estate attorney or CPA before relying on any number.

How this calculator works

This Oregon estate tax calculator combines the latest federal exemption with Oregon's state-specific rules. Oregon levies a state estate tax that applies once the taxable estate exceeds its exemption. Enter your estate size to see the federal tax, the state tax, and the combined total.

Calculation method & sources

  • Federal tax: IRC § 2010(c)(3) exemption of $15M per person and IRC § 2001 graduated brackets.
  • Oregon tax: Or. Rev. Stat. § 118.055 (exemption not inflation-indexed; 3-year lookback) (2026).

How to interpret your Oregon estate tax result

  • Oregon estate tax applies once the taxable estate exceeds $1,000,000.
  • Top state rate: 16.0%.
  • Oregon does not recognize portability; married couples should consider a credit-shelter trust to use both exemptions.
  • Oregon adds back taxable gifts made within 3 years of death.
  • Federal estate tax is calculated separately and may apply above the $15M federal exemption.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Oregon have an estate tax?
Yes. Oregon has a state estate tax with a $1,000,000 exemption and a top rate of 16.0%.
What is the Oregon estate tax exemption in 2026?
The 2026 Oregon estate tax exemption is $1,000,000 per person.
Does Oregon recognize portability of a deceased spouse's exemption?
No. Oregon does not recognize portability. Married couples often use a credit-shelter (bypass) trust to preserve both exemptions.
Does Oregon have an inheritance tax?
No. Oregon does not levy an inheritance tax.
Not legal or tax advice. This estimate follows the federal and state statutes referenced on this page but cannot capture every factor (trusts, business valuation, charitable deductions, prior gifts, state add-backs).