Hamilton County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 207,763.
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $3,461, which is 61% higher than the Ohio state average and 80% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $225,700. Property taxes represent 4.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,461
+61% vs State
+80% vs US
Median Home Value
$225,700
+24% vs State
+7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.53%
+33% vs State
+61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,576
$298/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,255
$271/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 | $3,461 +5.0% | 1.53% |
| 2022 | $3,297 +9.1% | 1.61% |
| 2021 | $3,023 +4.7% | 1.75% |
| 2020 | $2,887 +3.3% | 1.77% |
| 2019 | $2,796 | 1.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,816
per year
Monthly Tax
$288
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Tuscarawas County
Tax: $1,910/yr Rate: 1.08%
Huron County
Tax: $1,664/yr Rate: 1.05%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,193/yr Rate: 0.88%
Jackson County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.95%
Washington County
Tax: $1,665/yr Rate: 0.96%
Pickaway County
Tax: $2,438/yr Rate: 1.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hamilton County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $3,461 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $225,700.
How does Hamilton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County are 80% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
In Hamilton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,576 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,255. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $70,816. 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.