Putnam County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 11,300.
The median annual property tax in Putnam County is $1,870, which is 13% lower than the Ohio state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $191,600. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,870
-13% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$191,600
+5% vs State
-9% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
-15% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,923
$160/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,809
$151/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 | $1,870 +6.7% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $1,752 +9.7% | 0.99% |
| 2021 | $1,597 +5.1% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $1,520 -1.8% | 0.98% |
| 2019 | $1,548 | 0.99% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,785
per year
Monthly Tax
$156
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Allen County
Tax: $1,782/yr Rate: 1.13%
Ashtabula County
Tax: $1,890/yr Rate: 1.26%
Licking County
Tax: $3,150/yr Rate: 1.26%
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Putnam County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Putnam County is $1,870 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $191,600.
How does Putnam County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Putnam County are 3% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Putnam County? ▼
In Putnam County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,923 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,809. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Putnam County? ▼
Property taxes in Putnam County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $82,785. 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.