Cuyahoga County Property Tax Rate
Ohio
Cuyahoga County, Ohio has an effective property tax rate of 2.00%, which is 117% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $195,400, homeowners pay approximately $3,910 per year in property taxes. Cuyahoga County ranks #1 out of 88 counties in Ohio for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 20.7% while home values gained 41.8%. The county's largest city with its own tax profile is Cleveland, where the median annual bill is $1,699.
$3,910
Per year
$195,400
2024 estimate
6.07%
Median income: $64,468
#1
of 88 counties in OH
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$4,151
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$3,558
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Cuyahoga County pay on average $593 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Cuyahoga County Compares
Top Counties in Ohio
Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Cuyahoga County rose 20.7% (from $3,239 to $3,910), while the median home value climbed 41.8%. The effective tax rate fell from 2.35% to 2.00% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $3,239 | $137,800 | 2.35% |
| 2021 | $3,421 | $146,800 | 2.33% |
| 2022 | $3,684 | $168,700 | 2.18% |
| 2023 | $3,819 | $183,200 | 2.08% |
| 2024 | $3,910 | $195,400 | 2.00% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Ohio Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Cuyahoga County homeowners
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)
Disabled Veteran
Up to $50,000 reduction in assessed market value for 100% disabled veterans
Veterans with 100% service-connected disability; no income limit
Owner-Occupancy Credit
2.5% reduction in taxes (non-business credit)
Owner-occupied primary residences
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
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Explore property tax data for 11 cities in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $1,699 | 1.81% |
| Parma | $3,233 | 2.05% |
| Lakewood | $5,188 | 2.15% |
| Euclid | $2,717 | 2.37% |
| Strongsville | $5,098 | 1.82% |
| Cleveland Heights | $5,091 | 2.88% |
| Westlake | $5,640 | 1.68% |
| North Olmsted | $4,702 | 2.32% |
| North Royalton | $4,923 | 1.78% |
| Garfield Heights | $3,023 | 3.02% |
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| Shaker Heights | $9,264 | 3.22% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.