Lake County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 75,305.
The median annual property tax in Lake County is $3,405, which is 59% higher than the Ohio state average and 77% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $199,900. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,405
+59% vs State
+77% vs US
Median Home Value
$199,900
+10% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.70%
+48% vs State
+79% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,466
$289/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,289
$274/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 | $3,405 +3.6% | 1.70% |
| 2022 | $3,286 +8.9% | 1.73% |
| 2021 | $3,017 +4.7% | 1.82% |
| 2020 | $2,882 +2.7% | 1.80% |
| 2019 | $2,806 | 1.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,952
per year
Monthly Tax
$284
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,220/yr Rate: 1.01%
Pike County
Tax: $1,269/yr Rate: 0.85%
Lorain County
Tax: $2,992/yr Rate: 1.44%
Harrison County
Tax: $1,226/yr Rate: 1.04%
Richland County
Tax: $1,984/yr Rate: 1.29%
Allen County
Tax: $1,782/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lake County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lake County is $3,405 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $199,900.
How does Lake County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lake County are 77% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lake County? ▼
In Lake County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,466 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,289. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lake County? ▼
Property taxes in Lake County represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $77,952. 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.