Allen County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 27,960.
The median annual property tax in Allen County is $1,782, which is 17% lower than the Ohio state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $158,400. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,782
-17% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$158,400
-13% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
-2% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,874
$156/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,639
$137/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 | $1,782 +5.4% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $1,690 +7.2% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $1,576 +1.2% | 1.24% |
| 2020 | $1,557 +1.4% | 1.29% |
| 2019 | $1,536 | 1.30% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,001
per year
Monthly Tax
$149
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Ross County
Tax: $1,577/yr Rate: 0.99%
Meigs County
Tax: $1,117/yr Rate: 0.99%
Scioto County
Tax: $1,417/yr Rate: 1.07%
Portage County
Tax: $2,728/yr Rate: 1.30%
Perry County
Tax: $1,656/yr Rate: 0.93%
Holmes County
Tax: $2,802/yr Rate: 1.11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Allen County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Allen County is $1,782 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $158,400.
How does Allen County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Allen County are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.13% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Allen County? ▼
In Allen County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,874 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,639. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Allen County? ▼
Property taxes in Allen County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $62,001. 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.