What is the property tax rate in Mentor, OH?

Mentor has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.47%. On a median home valued at $229,500, homeowners pay approximately $3,371 per year in property taxes.

How does Mentor compare to Lake County?

Mentor's effective rate of 1.47% is 9% lower than the Lake County average of 1.62%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,475, while Mentor homeowners pay an estimated $3,371.

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

Based on Mentor's effective rate of 1.47%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,410 per year, or about $368 per month.

Mentor Property Tax Rate

Lake County, Ohio

1.47%effective rate

Mentor is located in Lake County, Ohio. Homeowners in Mentor pay a median of $3,371 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $229,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.47%. This is 9% lower than the Lake County average of 1.62%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.47%

vs 1.62% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,371

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$229,500

2024 estimate

Population📍

47,215

Mentor, OH

How Mentor Compares

Mentor

1.47%

Lake County Average

1.62%

Ohio Average

1.31%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Mentor

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,410

$368/month · Rate: 1.47%

Lake County 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.