Delaware County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 62,906.
The median annual property tax in Delaware County is $6,896, which is 221% higher than the Ohio state average and 259% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $419,500. Property taxes represent 5.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,896
+221% vs State
+259% vs US
Median Home Value
$419,500
+130% vs State
+98% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.64%
+43% vs State
+73% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$7,152
$596/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,242
$520/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 | $6,896 +3.4% | 1.64% |
| 2022 | $6,671 +8.9% | 1.70% |
| 2021 | $6,125 +6.4% | 1.82% |
| 2020 | $5,757 +2.7% | 1.80% |
| 2019 | $5,607 | 1.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$130,088
per year
Monthly Tax
$575
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Medina County
Tax: $3,448/yr Rate: 1.29%
Warren County
Tax: $4,076/yr Rate: 1.27%
Clark County
Tax: $1,943/yr Rate: 1.25%
Erie County
Tax: $2,330/yr Rate: 1.27%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,193/yr Rate: 0.88%
Geauga County
Tax: $4,533/yr Rate: 1.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Delaware County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Delaware County is $6,896 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $419,500.
How does Delaware County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Delaware County are 259% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Delaware County? ▼
In Delaware County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,152 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,242. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Delaware County? ▼
Property taxes in Delaware County represent approximately 5.3% of the median household income of $130,088. 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.