Adams County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 7,263.
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $1,303, which is 39% lower than the Ohio state average and 32% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $157,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,303
-39% vs State
-32% vs US
Median Home Value
$157,500
-14% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
-28% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,470
$123/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,082
$90/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,303 +2.8% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $1,268 +5.7% | 0.91% |
| 2021 | $1,200 +4.2% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $1,152 +5.9% | 1.00% |
| 2019 | $1,088 | 1.03% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,521
per year
Monthly Tax
$109
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Erie County
Tax: $2,330/yr Rate: 1.27%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,966/yr Rate: 1.00%
Ross County
Tax: $1,577/yr Rate: 0.99%
Licking County
Tax: $3,150/yr Rate: 1.26%
Auglaize County
Tax: $1,756/yr Rate: 0.96%
Hardin County
Tax: $1,513/yr Rate: 1.12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Adams County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $1,303 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $157,500.
How does Adams County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County are 32% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.83% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Adams County? ▼
In Adams County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,470 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,082. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Adams County? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $49,521. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.