Jefferson County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 19,477.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $1,220, which is 43% lower than the Ohio state average and 37% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $120,600. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,220
-43% vs State
-37% vs US
Median Home Value
$120,600
-34% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.01%
-12% vs State
+6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,352
$113/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,054
$88/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 | $1,220 +1.8% | 1.01% |
| 2022 | $1,198 +6.1% | 1.04% |
| 2021 | $1,129 +7.9% | 1.10% |
| 2020 | $1,046 +0.9% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $1,037 | 1.12% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,983
per year
Monthly Tax
$102
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Clinton County
Tax: $1,816/yr Rate: 0.94%
Scioto County
Tax: $1,417/yr Rate: 1.07%
Vinton County
Tax: $1,432/yr Rate: 1.09%
Logan County
Tax: $1,947/yr Rate: 1.05%
Lucas County
Tax: $2,710/yr Rate: 1.75%
Ross County
Tax: $1,577/yr Rate: 0.99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $1,220 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $120,600.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 37% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.01% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,352 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,054. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $56,983. 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.