Licking County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 50,358.
The median annual property tax in Licking County is $3,150, which is 47% higher than the Ohio state average and 64% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $250,700. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,150
+47% vs State
+64% vs US
Median Home Value
$250,700
+37% vs State
+18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
+10% vs State
+33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,387
$282/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,754
$230/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 | $3,150 +3.3% | 1.26% |
| 2022 | $3,050 +9.1% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | $2,796 +5.5% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $2,649 +6.5% | 1.44% |
| 2019 | $2,487 | 1.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,033
per year
Monthly Tax
$263
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Ross County
Tax: $1,577/yr Rate: 0.99%
Williams County
Tax: $1,624/yr Rate: 1.16%
Harrison County
Tax: $1,226/yr Rate: 1.04%
Darke County
Tax: $1,572/yr Rate: 0.93%
Washington County
Tax: $1,665/yr Rate: 0.96%
Union County
Tax: $3,847/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Licking County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Licking County is $3,150 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $250,700.
How does Licking County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Licking County are 64% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.26% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Licking County? ▼
In Licking County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,387 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,754. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Licking County? ▼
Property taxes in Licking County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $81,033. 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.