Ross County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 20,779.
The median annual property tax in Ross County is $1,577, which is 26% lower than the Ohio state average and 18% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $158,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,577
-26% vs State
-18% vs US
Median Home Value
$158,500
-13% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
-14% vs State
+4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,709
$142/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,399
$117/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 | $1,577 +1.6% | 0.99% |
| 2022 | $1,552 +7.3% | 1.01% |
| 2021 | $1,446 +5.6% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $1,369 -0.4% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $1,374 | 1.11% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,819
per year
Monthly Tax
$131
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Wayne County
Tax: $2,457/yr Rate: 1.20%
Ashtabula County
Tax: $1,890/yr Rate: 1.26%
Adams County
Tax: $1,303/yr Rate: 0.83%
Clermont County
Tax: $3,141/yr Rate: 1.28%
Guernsey County
Tax: $1,561/yr Rate: 1.01%
Seneca County
Tax: $1,489/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ross County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ross County is $1,577 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $158,500.
How does Ross County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ross County are 18% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.99% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ross County? ▼
In Ross County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,709 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,399. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ross County? ▼
Property taxes in Ross County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $59,819. 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.