Clark County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 38,262.
The median annual property tax in Clark County is $1,943, which is 9% lower than the Ohio state average and 1% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $155,900. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,943
-9% vs State
+1% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,900
-15% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
+9% vs State
+32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,042
$170/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,782
$149/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 | $1,943 +2.9% | 1.25% |
| 2022 | $1,889 +6.7% | 1.30% |
| 2021 | $1,771 +5.2% | 1.39% |
| 2020 | $1,684 +2.4% | 1.40% |
| 2019 | $1,645 | 1.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,846
per year
Monthly Tax
$162
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Sandusky County
Tax: $1,621/yr Rate: 1.06%
Seneca County
Tax: $1,489/yr Rate: 1.09%
Franklin County
Tax: $4,110/yr Rate: 1.55%
Perry County
Tax: $1,656/yr Rate: 0.93%
Ashtabula County
Tax: $1,890/yr Rate: 1.26%
Lake County
Tax: $3,405/yr Rate: 1.70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clark County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clark County is $1,943 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $155,900.
How does Clark County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clark County are 1% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clark County? ▼
In Clark County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,042 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,782. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clark County? ▼
Property taxes in Clark County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $60,846. 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.