Seneca County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 16,225.
The median annual property tax in Seneca County is $1,489, which is 31% lower than the Ohio state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $136,200. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,489
-31% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,200
-25% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.09%
-5% vs State
+15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,563
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,424
$119/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 | $1,489 +2.8% | 1.09% |
| 2022 | $1,448 +6.9% | 1.13% |
| 2021 | $1,355 +4.3% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $1,299 +1.5% | 1.19% |
| 2019 | $1,280 | 1.20% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,020
per year
Monthly Tax
$124
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Coshocton County
Tax: $1,378/yr Rate: 0.97%
Wood County
Tax: $2,911/yr Rate: 1.36%
Union County
Tax: $3,847/yr Rate: 1.25%
Pickaway County
Tax: $2,438/yr Rate: 1.03%
Montgomery County
Tax: $2,975/yr Rate: 1.78%
Ashland County
Tax: $1,787/yr Rate: 1.02%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Seneca County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Seneca County is $1,489 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $136,200.
How does Seneca County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Seneca County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.09% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Seneca County? ▼
In Seneca County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,563 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,424. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Seneca County? ▼
Property taxes in Seneca County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $65,020. 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.