Guernsey County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 11,639.
The median annual property tax in Guernsey County is $1,561, which is 27% lower than the Ohio state average and 19% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $154,100. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,561
-27% vs State
-19% vs US
Median Home Value
$154,100
-16% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.01%
-12% vs State
+6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,659
$138/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,436
$120/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 | $1,561 +5.5% | 1.01% |
| 2022 | $1,479 +9.7% | 1.01% |
| 2021 | $1,348 +3.3% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $1,305 +5.0% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $1,243 | 1.08% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,756
per year
Monthly Tax
$130
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Athens County
Tax: $2,094/yr Rate: 1.20%
Mahoning County
Tax: $1,975/yr Rate: 1.40%
Columbiana County
Tax: $1,488/yr Rate: 1.07%
Clark County
Tax: $1,943/yr Rate: 1.25%
Knox County
Tax: $2,345/yr Rate: 1.07%
Washington County
Tax: $1,665/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Guernsey County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Guernsey County is $1,561 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $154,100.
How does Guernsey County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Guernsey County are 19% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.01% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Guernsey County? ▼
In Guernsey County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,659 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,436. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Guernsey County? ▼
Property taxes in Guernsey County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $55,756. 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.