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Ohio has an effective property tax rate of 1.53%, producing an average annual bill of $2,791. The US national average is 1.07% — Ohio's rate is above, placing it at rank #40 out of 50 states (rank 1 = lowest).
Ohio assesses residential property at 35% of true value (market value). The assessed value is then multiplied by the effective tax rate (mill rate). County auditors are responsible for determining true value, with full reappraisals every 6 years and updates every 3 years.
The Homestead Exemption reduces the taxable value by $25,000 for qualifying seniors age 65+ with income under limits. An additional 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Tax Reduction Credit reduces the tax bill by 2.5% for primary residences.
No statewide cap on annual increases. Ohio's Cuyahoga County (Cleveland) and Hamilton County (Cincinnati) suburbs have seen significant appreciation, leading to higher tax bills after recent triennial updates.
Ohio's property tax bills vary dramatically: Cuyahoga County (Cleveland) carries some of the highest effective rates in the state due to legacy school funding needs, while rural counties and Columbus suburbs run lower.
The median home value in Ohio is $225,000. Columbus has been one of the Midwest's strongest markets, with 25-35% appreciation since 2020 driven by strong job growth. Cleveland and Cincinnati markets have been more moderate. At the 1.53% effective rate, a homeowner at the median value pays roughly $2,791/year in property taxes.
Data: Tax Foundation (2024), US Census Bureau ACS 2023, Zillow, ATTOM Data Solutions. Updated 2024–2025. Figures reflect state averages — consult a licensed professional for personalized advice.
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