Butler County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 101,469.
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $3,010, which is 40% higher than the Ohio state average and 57% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.24% on a median home value of $243,000. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,010
+40% vs State
+57% vs US
Median Home Value
$243,000
+33% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.24%
+8% vs State
+31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,234
$270/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,657
$221/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 | $3,010 +3.2% | 1.24% |
| 2022 | $2,918 +6.4% | 1.30% |
| 2021 | $2,743 +3.4% | 1.44% |
| 2020 | $2,652 +0.9% | 1.47% |
| 2019 | $2,629 | 1.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,194
per year
Monthly Tax
$251
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Portage County
Tax: $2,728/yr Rate: 1.30%
Greene County
Tax: $4,021/yr Rate: 1.69%
Highland County
Tax: $1,475/yr Rate: 0.94%
Preble County
Tax: $1,841/yr Rate: 1.08%
Perry County
Tax: $1,656/yr Rate: 0.93%
Summit County
Tax: $3,018/yr Rate: 1.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Butler County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $3,010 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.24% on a median home value of $243,000.
How does Butler County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County are 57% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.24% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Butler County? ▼
In Butler County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,234 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,657. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Butler County? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $81,194. 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.