What is the property tax rate in Cincinnati, OH?

Cincinnati has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.35%. On a median home valued at $215,300, homeowners pay approximately $2,897 per year in property taxes.

How does Cincinnati compare to Hamilton County?

Cincinnati's effective rate of 1.35% is 11% lower than the Hamilton County average of 1.51%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,652, while Cincinnati homeowners pay an estimated $2,897.

How much are property taxes in Cincinnati on a $300,000 home?

Based on Cincinnati's effective rate of 1.35%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,050 per year, or about $338 per month.

Cincinnati Property Tax Rate

Hamilton County, Ohio

1.35%effective rate

Cincinnati is located in Hamilton County, Ohio. Homeowners in Cincinnati pay a median of $2,897 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $215,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.35%. This is 11% lower than the Hamilton County average of 1.51%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.35%

vs 1.51% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,897

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$215,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

309,595

Cincinnati, OH

How Cincinnati Compares

Cincinnati

1.35%

Hamilton County Average

1.51%

Ohio Average

1.31%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Cincinnati

Property taxes in Cincinnati are collected by Hamilton County. Tax exemptions available to Hamilton County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Cincinnati. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Hamilton County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,050

$338/month · Rate: 1.35%

Hamilton County Property Taxes

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Ohio Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.