Lucas County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 112,307.
The median annual property tax in Lucas County is $2,710, which is 26% higher than the Ohio state average and 41% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.75% on a median home value of $155,200. Property taxes represent 4.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,710
+26% vs State
+41% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,200
-15% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.75%
+52% vs State
+84% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,003
$250/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,228
$186/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 | $2,710 +3.3% | 1.75% |
| 2022 | $2,623 +4.6% | 1.82% |
| 2021 | $2,508 +4.6% | 1.96% |
| 2020 | $2,398 +1.9% | 1.98% |
| 2019 | $2,354 | 2.02% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,095
per year
Monthly Tax
$226
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Adams County
Tax: $1,303/yr Rate: 0.83%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,216/yr Rate: 0.91%
Summit County
Tax: $3,018/yr Rate: 1.54%
Pike County
Tax: $1,269/yr Rate: 0.85%
Brown County
Tax: $1,497/yr Rate: 0.83%
Belmont County
Tax: $1,420/yr Rate: 0.99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lucas County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lucas County is $2,710 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.75% on a median home value of $155,200.
How does Lucas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lucas County are 41% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lucas County? ▼
In Lucas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,003 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,228. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lucas County? ▼
Property taxes in Lucas County represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $60,095. 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.