Belmont County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 19,563.
The median annual property tax in Belmont County is $1,420, which is 34% lower than the Ohio state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $143,000. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,420
-34% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$143,000
-22% vs State
-32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
-14% vs State
+4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,487
$124/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,333
$111/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 | $1,420 +3.7% | 0.99% |
| 2022 | $1,369 +9.7% | 1.05% |
| 2021 | $1,248 +3.1% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $1,211 +7.1% | 1.09% |
| 2019 | $1,131 | 1.13% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,411
per year
Monthly Tax
$118
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Hocking County
Tax: $1,748/yr Rate: 1.01%
Athens County
Tax: $2,094/yr Rate: 1.20%
Van Wert County
Tax: $1,327/yr Rate: 0.97%
Champaign County
Tax: $1,938/yr Rate: 1.04%
Fairfield County
Tax: $3,123/yr Rate: 1.15%
Huron County
Tax: $1,664/yr Rate: 1.05%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Belmont County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Belmont County is $1,420 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $143,000.
How does Belmont County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Belmont County are 26% 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 Belmont County? ▼
In Belmont County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,487 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,333. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Belmont County? ▼
Property taxes in Belmont County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $58,411. 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.