Highland County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 12,316.
The median annual property tax in Highland County is $1,475, which is 31% lower than the Ohio state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $157,000. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,475
-31% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$157,000
-14% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.94%
-18% vs State
-1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,534
$128/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,378
$115/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 | $1,475 +4.3% | 0.94% |
| 2022 | $1,414 +6.9% | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $1,323 +1.9% | 1.05% |
| 2020 | $1,298 -0.3% | 1.05% |
| 2019 | $1,302 | 1.11% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,008
per year
Monthly Tax
$123
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Shelby County
Tax: $1,919/yr Rate: 1.01%
Jackson County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.95%
Wayne County
Tax: $2,457/yr Rate: 1.20%
Clermont County
Tax: $3,141/yr Rate: 1.28%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,193/yr Rate: 0.88%
Athens County
Tax: $2,094/yr Rate: 1.20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Highland County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Highland County is $1,475 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $157,000.
How does Highland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Highland County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.94% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Highland County? ▼
In Highland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,534 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,378. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Highland County? ▼
Property taxes in Highland County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $62,008. 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.