Madison County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 11,666.
The median annual property tax in Madison County is $2,437, which is 14% higher than the Ohio state average and 27% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $231,400. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,437
+14% vs State
+27% vs US
Median Home Value
$231,400
+27% vs State
+9% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.05%
-9% vs State
+11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,515
$210/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,207
$184/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 | $2,437 +5.9% | 1.05% |
| 2022 | $2,301 +8.0% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $2,130 +4.0% | 1.23% |
| 2020 | $2,049 -5.4% | 1.21% |
| 2019 | $2,167 | 1.30% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$83,229
per year
Monthly Tax
$203
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Licking County
Tax: $3,150/yr Rate: 1.26%
Meigs County
Tax: $1,117/yr Rate: 0.99%
Morgan County
Tax: $1,216/yr Rate: 0.91%
Hocking County
Tax: $1,748/yr Rate: 1.01%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,193/yr Rate: 0.88%
Lorain County
Tax: $2,992/yr Rate: 1.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Madison County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Madison County is $2,437 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $231,400.
How does Madison County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Madison County are 27% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.05% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Madison County? ▼
In Madison County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,515 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,207. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Madison County? ▼
Property taxes in Madison County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $83,229. 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.