How Much Does Probate Cost in Oregon?
Probate on a $500,000 estate in Oregon costs an estimated $24,214ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source. Attorney fees run 2%ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source to 3.2%ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source of the estate under a reasonable-compensation standard.
Probate costs in Oregon typically include attorney fees of typically 2%ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source to 3.2%ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source of the estate, executor fees, court filing fees, and publication costs. On a $500,000 estate, total costs run about $24,214ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source, roughly 5% of estate value, varying with complexity. Estimate executor compensation separately with the Oregon executor fee calculator.
Oregon allows estates with personal property of $75,000ORS 114.510Verified Sep 8, 2026View source or less to use the Simple Estate AffidavitORS 114.510Verified Sep 8, 2026View source, which avoids full probate administration. In Oregon the affidavit is filed with the clerk of the probate court, and holders honor the court's certified copy — but no letters testamentary or of administration issue. The waiting period is 30 daysORS 114.510Verified Sep 8, 2026View source after death. Check eligibility with the Oregon probate need checker.
In Oregon, simple estates typically take 4 months to 6 months, and average estates 6 months to 12 months. Complex estates with disputes, tax issues, or unusual assets take longer. The creditor claim period of 4 monthsORS §§ 113.155, 115.003, 115.005, 115.125Verified Oct 19, 2026View source runs from the first publication of the creditor notice, which follows the executor's appointment.
Yes. The probate calculator on this page estimates Oregon probate attorney fees from the estate value, with attorney fees of typically 2%ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source to 3.2%ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source of the estate. On a $500,000 estate, typical fees run 2%ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source to 3.2%ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source of its value; the percentage runs higher on smaller estates and lower on larger ones. It shows the attorney fee alongside executor fees, court filing fees, and the total probate cost.
Oregon sets executor compensation by statute — about $10,630 on a $500,000 estate, roughly 2.1%ORS 116.173 (7% first $1K, 4% $1K-$10K, 3% $10K-$50K, 2% over $50K, on property subject to the court’s jurisdiction; +1% of non-jurisdictional property, exclusive of life insurance proceeds, reportable for Oregon or federal estate tax; + reasonable for extraordinary services)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source. Executors can waive their fee entirely or accept a reduced amount. See a detailed breakdown with the Oregon executor fee calculator.
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Notice to Creditors
In Oregon, the notice to creditors is published for 1ORS §§ 113.155, 115.003, 115.005, 115.125Verified Oct 19, 2026View source weeks in a local newspaper, and creditors have 4 monthsORS 115.005Verified Sep 8, 2026View source from first publication to present claims.
Renunciation of Executor
In Oregon, a person named as personal representative may renounce the right to serveORS 113.085(1)Verified Sep 23, 2026View source before anyone is appointed.
Estate Inventory
In Oregon, the personal representative files the estate inventory within 90 daysORS 113.165, ORS 113.175Verified Sep 15, 2026View source of appointment.
Estate Closing
In Oregon, the personal representative is discharged by court orderORS 116.113, ORS 116.213, ORS 116.208(4)Verified Sep 15, 2026View source, and a final accounting is required unless it is waived.
Letter of Instruction
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Last Will and Testament
In Oregon, a will is signed before 2ORS 112.235Verified Oct 19, 2026View source witnesses, and the witnesses sign an affidavit at probate instead of a self-proving affidavitORS 112.235Verified Oct 19, 2026View source.
Healthcare Power of Attorney
Oregon allows a choice for a healthcare power of attorney: 2ORS 127.527 (HCR appointment), ORS 127.529 (comprehensive advance directive; form text set by 2021 c.328 §2 / SB 199 2021)Verified Oct 15, 2026View source witnesses or a notary.
Financial Power of Attorney
Oregon treats a power of attorney as durable by defaultORS 127.002 (defs; 2023 c.9 §8); ORS 127.005–127.045 (2009 c.46; 2018 c.36; 2021 c.272); ORS 93.670Verified Sep 20, 2026View source, and it is signed with no witness or notary requirementORS 127.002 (defs; 2023 c.9 §8); ORS 127.005–127.045 (2009 c.46; 2018 c.36; 2021 c.272); ORS 93.670Verified Sep 20, 2026View source.
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Who Inherits Without a Will?
Without a will in Oregon, a surviving spouse takes the entire estateORS § 112.025Verified Sep 10, 2026View source when every child of either spouse is a child of both, and descendants divide what passes to them per capita with representationORS § 112.065Verified Sep 10, 2026View source.
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Oregon allows you to name your own agent in advanceORS 97.130(3), (4), (8)Verified Oct 17, 2026View source, and that designation takes priority over the order of next of kin who otherwise control disposition of the remains.
How Much Are Estate & Inheritance Taxes?
Oregon levies an estate taxORS 118.010Verified Sep 15, 2026View source above $1,000,000ORS 118.010Verified Sep 15, 2026View source (top rate 16%ORS 118.010Verified Sep 15, 2026View source) and no inheritance tax; the federal estate tax applies above $15,000,00026 USC 2001(c), 2010; P.L. 119-21 §70106Verified Sep 15, 2026View source.
What Taxes Apply to My Inheritance?
In Oregon, beneficiaries owe no inheritance tax and the estate pays any estate taxORS 118.010Verified Sep 15, 2026View source above $1,000,000ORS 118.010Verified Sep 15, 2026View source; probate assets arrive when the estate closes, 4 months to 6 months for a simple estate.
How Does Step-Up in Basis Work?
Inherited assets in Oregon take a basis reset to fair market value on the date of death26 USC § 1014Verified Sep 15, 2026View source, and the gain on a later sale faces ordinary income tax at the state's regular rates.
What Are the Estate Laws in My State?
Probate on a $500,000 estate in Oregon costs an estimated $24,214ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source and takes 4 months to 6 months for a simple estate, with attorney fees of typically 2%ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source to 3.2%ORS 116.183 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source of the estate. Estates under $75,000ORS 114.510Verified Sep 8, 2026View source can use a small-estate procedure instead.
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How Much Can an Executor Charge?
Oregon sets executor compensation by statute — about $10,630 on a $500,000 estate, roughly 2.1%ORS 116.173 (7% first $1K, 4% $1K-$10K, 3% $10K-$50K, 2% over $50K, on property subject to the court’s jurisdiction; +1% of non-jurisdictional property, exclusive of life insurance proceeds, reportable for Oregon or federal estate tax; + reasonable for extraordinary services)Verified Sep 8, 2026View source.
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