Hancock County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 21,877.
The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $1,966, which is 8% lower than the Ohio state average and 2% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $196,500. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,966
-8% vs State
+2% vs US
Median Home Value
$196,500
+8% vs State
-7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.00%
-13% vs State
+5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,050
$171/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,862
$155/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 | $1,966 +6.4% | 1.00% |
| 2022 | $1,847 +9.2% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $1,691 +4.4% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $1,620 +3.1% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $1,571 | 1.06% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,699
per year
Monthly Tax
$164
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Warren County
Tax: $4,076/yr Rate: 1.27%
Montgomery County
Tax: $2,975/yr Rate: 1.78%
Ashland County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 1.02%
Mercer County
Tax: $2,249/yr Rate: 1.08%
Muskingum County
Tax: $1,609/yr Rate: 0.95%
Clark County
Tax: $1,943/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hancock County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $1,966 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $196,500.
How does Hancock County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hancock County are 2% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.00% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hancock County? ▼
In Hancock County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,050 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,862. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hancock County? ▼
Property taxes in Hancock County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $69,699. 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.