What is the property tax rate in Wooster, OH?

Wooster has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.28%. On a median home valued at $198,400, homeowners pay approximately $2,536 per year in property taxes.

How does Wooster compare to Wayne County?

Wooster's effective rate of 1.28% is 9% higher than the Wayne County average of 1.17%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,602, while Wooster homeowners pay an estimated $2,536.

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

Based on Wooster's effective rate of 1.28%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $3,840 per year, or about $320 per month.

Wooster Property Tax Rate

Wayne County, Ohio

1.28%effective rate

Wooster is located in Wayne County, Ohio. Homeowners in Wooster pay a median of $2,536 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $198,400, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.28%. This is 9% higher than the Wayne County average of 1.17%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.28%

vs 1.17% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,536

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$198,400

2024 estimate

Population📍

27,012

Wooster, OH

How Wooster Compares

Wooster

1.28%

Wayne County Average

1.17%

Ohio Average

1.31%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Wooster

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,840

$320/month · Rate: 1.28%

Wayne 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.