What is the property tax rate in Kent, OH?

Kent has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.63%. On a median home valued at $210,700, homeowners pay approximately $3,436 per year in property taxes.

How does Kent compare to Portage County?

Kent's effective rate of 1.63% is 28% higher than the Portage County average of 1.27%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,877, while Kent homeowners pay an estimated $3,436.

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

Based on Kent's effective rate of 1.63%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,890 per year, or about $408 per month.

Kent Property Tax Rate

Portage County, Ohio

1.63%effective rate

Kent is located in Portage County, Ohio. Homeowners in Kent pay a median of $3,436 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $210,700, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.63%. This is 28% higher than the Portage County average of 1.27%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.63%

vs 1.27% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,436

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$210,700

2024 estimate

Population📍

27,190

Kent, OH

How Kent Compares

Kent

1.63%

Portage County Average

1.27%

Ohio Average

1.31%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Kent

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,890

$407/month · Rate: 1.63%

Portage 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.