Erie County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 22,838.
The median annual property tax in Erie County is $2,330, which is 9% higher than the Ohio state average and 21% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $183,900. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,330
+9% vs State
+21% vs US
Median Home Value
$183,900
+1% vs State
-13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.27%
+10% vs State
+34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,376
$198/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,268
$189/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 | $2,330 +1.5% | 1.27% |
| 2022 | $2,295 +10.0% | 1.35% |
| 2021 | $2,087 +4.0% | 1.37% |
| 2020 | $2,006 +3.7% | 1.37% |
| 2019 | $1,934 | 1.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,431
per year
Monthly Tax
$194
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Union County
Tax: $3,847/yr Rate: 1.25%
Gallia County
Tax: $1,351/yr Rate: 1.00%
Marion County
Tax: $1,432/yr Rate: 0.98%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,870/yr Rate: 0.98%
Monroe County
Tax: $1,148/yr Rate: 0.87%
Morrow County
Tax: $2,208/yr Rate: 1.10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Erie County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Erie County is $2,330 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $183,900.
How does Erie County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Erie County are 21% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.27% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Erie County? ▼
In Erie County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,376 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,268. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Erie County? ▼
Property taxes in Erie County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $68,431. 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.