Geauga County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 30,958.
The median annual property tax in Geauga County is $4,533, which is 111% higher than the Ohio state average and 136% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $305,100. Property taxes represent 4.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,533
+111% vs State
+136% vs US
Median Home Value
$305,100
+67% vs State
+44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.49%
+30% vs State
+57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,693
$391/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,268
$356/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 | $4,533 +3.4% | 1.49% |
| 2022 | $4,386 +8.6% | 1.52% |
| 2021 | $4,038 +6.2% | 1.55% |
| 2020 | $3,801 +2.5% | 1.53% |
| 2019 | $3,709 | 1.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$100,783
per year
Monthly Tax
$378
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Lorain County
Tax: $2,992/yr Rate: 1.44%
Stark County
Tax: $2,342/yr Rate: 1.32%
Summit County
Tax: $3,018/yr Rate: 1.54%
Clark County
Tax: $1,943/yr Rate: 1.25%
Lake County
Tax: $3,405/yr Rate: 1.70%
Darke County
Tax: $1,572/yr Rate: 0.93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Geauga County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Geauga County is $4,533 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $305,100.
How does Geauga County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Geauga County are 136% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Geauga County? ▼
In Geauga County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,693 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,268. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Geauga County? ▼
Property taxes in Geauga County represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $100,783. 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.