Mercer County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 12,965.
The median annual property tax in Mercer County is $2,249, which is 5% higher than the Ohio state average and 17% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.08% on a median home value of $208,600. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,249
+5% vs State
+17% vs US
Median Home Value
$208,600
+14% vs State
-1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.08%
-6% vs State
+14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,232
$186/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,272
$189/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 | $2,249 +9.4% | 1.08% |
| 2022 | $2,055 +8.3% | 1.07% |
| 2021 | $1,897 +3.3% | 1.12% |
| 2020 | $1,836 +4.6% | 1.12% |
| 2019 | $1,756 | 1.14% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,036
per year
Monthly Tax
$187
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Preble County
Tax: $1,841/yr Rate: 1.08%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,966/yr Rate: 1.00%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,220/yr Rate: 1.01%
Portage County
Tax: $2,728/yr Rate: 1.30%
Cuyahoga County
Tax: $3,819/yr Rate: 2.08%
Marion County
Tax: $1,432/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mercer County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mercer County is $2,249 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.08% on a median home value of $208,600.
How does Mercer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mercer County are 17% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.08% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mercer County? ▼
In Mercer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,232 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,272. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mercer County? ▼
Property taxes in Mercer County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $78,036. 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.