10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Ohio
If you are comparing property taxes across Ohio, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Cuyahoga County, comes in at 2.08% — 0.72% higher than the Ohio average (1.36%). The statewide effective rate is 1.36%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cuyahoga County | 2.08% | $3,819 | $183,200 |
| 2 | Montgomery County | 1.78% | $2,975 | $167,400 |
| 3 | Lucas County | 1.75% | $2,710 | $155,200 |
| 4 | Lake County | 1.70% | $3,405 | $199,900 |
| 5 | Greene County | 1.69% | $4,021 | $238,000 |
| 6 | Delaware County | 1.64% | $6,896 | $419,500 |
| 7 | Franklin County | 1.55% | $4,110 | $265,700 |
| 8 | Summit County | 1.54% | $3,018 | $195,700 |
| 9 | Hamilton County | 1.53% | $3,461 | $225,700 |
| 10 | Geauga County | 1.49% | $4,533 | $305,100 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Ohio often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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