Darke County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 15,359.
The median annual property tax in Darke County is $1,572, which is 27% lower than the Ohio state average and 18% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.93% on a median home value of $169,100. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,572
-27% vs State
-18% vs US
Median Home Value
$169,100
-7% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.93%
-19% vs State
-2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,673
$139/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,470
$123/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 | $1,572 +5.9% | 0.93% |
| 2022 | $1,485 +7.5% | 0.94% |
| 2021 | $1,381 +4.0% | 1.03% |
| 2020 | $1,328 -1.3% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $1,345 | 1.09% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,654
per year
Monthly Tax
$131
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Hocking County
Tax: $1,748/yr Rate: 1.01%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,193/yr Rate: 0.88%
Van Wert County
Tax: $1,327/yr Rate: 0.97%
Lucas County
Tax: $2,710/yr Rate: 1.75%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,561/yr Rate: 0.96%
Ottawa County
Tax: $2,181/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Darke County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Darke County is $1,572 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.93% on a median home value of $169,100.
How does Darke County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Darke County are 18% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.93% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Darke County? ▼
In Darke County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,673 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,470. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Darke County? ▼
Property taxes in Darke County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $64,654. 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.