Lorain County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 92,762.
The median annual property tax in Lorain County is $2,992, which is 39% higher than the Ohio state average and 56% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $207,200. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,992
+39% vs State
+56% vs US
Median Home Value
$207,200
+14% vs State
-2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.44%
+25% vs State
+52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,199
$267/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,722
$227/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 | $2,992 +3.0% | 1.44% |
| 2022 | $2,906 +8.2% | 1.51% |
| 2021 | $2,687 +3.9% | 1.63% |
| 2020 | $2,586 +1.3% | 1.65% |
| 2019 | $2,554 | 1.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,693
per year
Monthly Tax
$249
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Erie County
Tax: $2,330/yr Rate: 1.27%
Hocking County
Tax: $1,748/yr Rate: 1.01%
Carroll County
Tax: $1,688/yr Rate: 0.97%
Butler County
Tax: $3,010/yr Rate: 1.24%
Columbiana County
Tax: $1,488/yr Rate: 1.07%
Brown County
Tax: $1,497/yr Rate: 0.83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lorain County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lorain County is $2,992 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $207,200.
How does Lorain County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lorain County are 56% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lorain County? ▼
In Lorain County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,199 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,722. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lorain County? ▼
Property taxes in Lorain County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $70,693. 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.