Defiance County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 12,084.
The median annual property tax in Defiance County is $1,686, which is 21% lower than the Ohio state average and 12% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.12% on a median home value of $150,900. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,686
-21% vs State
-12% vs US
Median Home Value
$150,900
-17% vs State
-29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.12%
-3% vs State
+18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,668
$139/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,715
$143/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 | $1,686 -2.7% | 1.12% |
| 2022 | $1,732 +7.6% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | $1,609 +6.5% | 1.22% |
| 2020 | $1,511 -0.8% | 1.21% |
| 2019 | $1,523 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,615
per year
Monthly Tax
$141
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Ashland County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 1.02%
Perry County
Tax: $1,656/yr Rate: 0.93%
Richland County
Tax: $1,984/yr Rate: 1.29%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,870/yr Rate: 0.98%
Ross County
Tax: $1,577/yr Rate: 0.99%
Clermont County
Tax: $3,141/yr Rate: 1.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Defiance County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Defiance County is $1,686 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.12% on a median home value of $150,900.
How does Defiance County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Defiance County are 12% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.12% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Defiance County? ▼
In Defiance County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,668 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,715. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Defiance County? ▼
Property taxes in Defiance County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $73,615. 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.