Cuyahoga County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 327,256.
The median annual property tax in Cuyahoga County is $3,819, which is 78% higher than the Ohio state average and 99% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.08% on a median home value of $183,200. Property taxes represent 6.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,819
+78% vs State
+99% vs US
Median Home Value
$183,200
+0% vs State
-13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.08%
+81% vs State
+119% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,055
$338/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,453
$288/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 | $3,819 +3.7% | 2.08% |
| 2022 | $3,684 +7.7% | 2.18% |
| 2021 | $3,421 +5.6% | 2.33% |
| 2020 | $3,239 +0.6% | 2.35% |
| 2019 | $3,219 | 2.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,823
per year
Monthly Tax
$318
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Knox County
Tax: $2,345/yr Rate: 1.07%
Mercer County
Tax: $2,249/yr Rate: 1.08%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,561/yr Rate: 0.96%
Fairfield County
Tax: $3,123/yr Rate: 1.15%
Meigs County
Tax: $1,117/yr Rate: 0.99%
Auglaize County
Tax: $1,756/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cuyahoga County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cuyahoga County is $3,819 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.08% on a median home value of $183,200.
How does Cuyahoga County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cuyahoga County are 99% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.08% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cuyahoga County? ▼
In Cuyahoga County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,055 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,453. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cuyahoga County? ▼
Property taxes in Cuyahoga County represent approximately 6.1% of the median household income of $62,823. 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.