What is the property tax rate in Ohio?

Ohio has an effective property tax rate of 1.31%, ranking it #11 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $2,822 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in Ohio?

Property taxes in Ohio are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (1.31%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in Ohio has the lowest property taxes?

Among Ohio's 88 counties, Wyandot County has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does Ohio have a homestead exemption?

Yes, Ohio offers several property tax exemptions including: Homestead, Disabled Veteran, Owner-Occupancy Credit. See the exemptions section above for details.

Ohio Property Tax Rate

88 Counties

1.31%effective rate

Ohio has an effective property tax rate of 1.31%, ranking it #11 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Ohio pays $2,822 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $214,800. This rate is 42% higher than the national average of 0.92%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

1.31%

#11 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,822

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$214,800

2024 estimate

Total Counties📍

Population: 11,810,293

Property Tax Rates by County in Ohio

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Cuyahoga County	2.00%	$3,910	$195,400
#2	Montgomery County	1.73%	$3,127	$180,900
#3	Lucas County	1.69%	$2,773	$163,900
#4	Lake County	1.62%	$3,475	$214,100
#5	Greene County	1.61%	$4,071	$252,200
#6	Delaware County	1.60%	$7,132	$445,500
#7	Summit County	1.53%	$3,195	$208,700
#8	Hamilton County	1.51%	$3,652	$241,900
#9	Franklin County	1.47%	$4,244	$288,400
#10	Geauga County	1.38%	$4,564	$331,100
#11	Lorain County	1.37%	$3,055	$223,200
#12	Wood County	1.34%	$3,059	$227,600
#13	Trumbull County	1.31%	$1,856	$141,800
#14	Mahoning County	1.30%	$2,015	$154,700
#15	Stark County	1.29%	$2,402	$186,400
#16	Fulton County	1.28%	$2,444	$191,000
#17	Portage County	1.27%	$2,877	$227,000
#18	Clermont County	1.25%	$3,333	$266,200
#19	Richland County	1.25%	$2,061	$164,800
#20	Medina County	1.24%	$3,560	$287,000

How Ohio Compares

Ohio

1.31%

National Average

0.92%

Neighboring States

Calculate Your Property Tax in Ohio

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State

County

Home Value

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,930

$328/month · Rate: 1.31%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

1.31%

Ohio Property Tax Exemptions

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Homestead

$26,200 reduction in assessed market value (reduces tax bill by approximately $400-$600 depending on local rates)

Homeowners age 65+ or permanently and totally disabled; income limits of $36,100 (adjusted annually)

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Disabled Veteran

Up to $50,000 reduction in assessed market value for 100% disabled veterans

Veterans with 100% service-connected disability; no income limit

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Owner-Occupancy Credit

2.5% reduction in taxes (non-business credit)

Owner-occupied primary residences

Nearby States

Indiana

0.74%

Kentucky

0.75%

Michigan

1.25%

Pennsylvania

1.30%

West Virginia

0.53%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.