Question

My estate is above $1 million but well below the federal threshold. Do I still owe Oregon estate tax?

Answer

Yes. Oregon’s $1 million exemption is independent of the federal threshold. In 2026, the federal exemption is $15 million per individual, so many families owe nothing federally but may still face a meaningful Oregon state estate tax bill.

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