Fairfield County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 44,519.
The median annual property tax in Fairfield County is $3,123, which is 46% higher than the Ohio state average and 62% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $272,200. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,123
+46% vs State
+62% vs US
Median Home Value
$272,200
+49% vs State
+29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.15%
+0% vs State
+21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,163
$264/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,049
$254/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 | $3,123 +9.3% | 1.15% |
| 2022 | $2,856 +4.7% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $2,729 +5.5% | 1.28% |
| 2020 | $2,586 +4.6% | 1.31% |
| 2019 | $2,472 | 1.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$87,069
per year
Monthly Tax
$260
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Belmont County
Tax: $1,420/yr Rate: 0.99%
Athens County
Tax: $2,094/yr Rate: 1.20%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,216/yr Rate: 0.91%
Guernsey County
Tax: $1,561/yr Rate: 1.01%
Fulton County
Tax: $2,348/yr Rate: 1.33%
Jackson County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fairfield County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fairfield County is $3,123 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $272,200.
How does Fairfield County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fairfield County are 62% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.15% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fairfield County? ▼
In Fairfield County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,163 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,049. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fairfield County? ▼
Property taxes in Fairfield County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $87,069. 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.