Shelby County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 13,854.
The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $1,919, which is 11% lower than the Ohio state average and 0% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $190,300. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,919
-11% vs State
+0% vs US
Median Home Value
$190,300
+4% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.01%
-12% vs State
+6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,912
$159/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,929
$161/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 | $1,919 +4.2% | 1.01% |
| 2022 | $1,842 +8.7% | 1.06% |
| 2021 | $1,694 +5.5% | 1.10% |
| 2020 | $1,606 +3.4% | 1.09% |
| 2019 | $1,553 | 1.07% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,822
per year
Monthly Tax
$160
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Auglaize County
Tax: $1,756/yr Rate: 0.96%
Fulton County
Tax: $2,348/yr Rate: 1.33%
Ottawa County
Tax: $2,181/yr Rate: 1.09%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,966/yr Rate: 1.00%
Fairfield County
Tax: $3,123/yr Rate: 1.15%
Trumbull County
Tax: $1,806/yr Rate: 1.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Shelby County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $1,919 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.01% on a median home value of $190,300.
How does Shelby County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Shelby County are 0% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.01% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Shelby County? ▼
In Shelby County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,912 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,929. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Shelby County? ▼
Property taxes in Shelby County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $72,822. 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.