Sandusky County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 18,167.
The median annual property tax in Sandusky County is $1,621, which is 24% lower than the Ohio state average and 16% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $152,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,621
-24% vs State
-16% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,500
-16% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
-8% vs State
+12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,670
$139/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,560
$130/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 | $1,621 +0.1% | 1.06% |
| 2022 | $1,619 +4.7% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,547 +6.3% | 1.24% |
| 2020 | $1,456 +3.2% | 1.23% |
| 2019 | $1,411 | 1.22% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,500
per year
Monthly Tax
$135
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Morgan County
Tax: $1,216/yr Rate: 0.91%
Adams County
Tax: $1,303/yr Rate: 0.83%
Belmont County
Tax: $1,420/yr Rate: 0.99%
Trumbull County
Tax: $1,806/yr Rate: 1.41%
Hocking County
Tax: $1,748/yr Rate: 1.01%
Fairfield County
Tax: $3,123/yr Rate: 1.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sandusky County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sandusky County is $1,621 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $152,500.
How does Sandusky County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sandusky County are 16% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.06% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sandusky County? ▼
In Sandusky County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,670 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,560. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sandusky County? ▼
Property taxes in Sandusky County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $62,500. 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.