Union County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 18,647.
The median annual property tax in Union County is $3,847, which is 79% higher than the Ohio state average and 100% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $306,600. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,847
+79% vs State
+100% vs US
Median Home Value
$306,600
+68% vs State
+45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
+9% vs State
+32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,905
$325/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,641
$303/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 | $3,847 +7.2% | 1.25% |
| 2022 | $3,587 +7.3% | 1.27% |
| 2021 | $3,342 +11.1% | 1.38% |
| 2020 | $3,008 +3.1% | 1.37% |
| 2019 | $2,917 | 1.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$109,506
per year
Monthly Tax
$321
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Perry County
Tax: $1,656/yr Rate: 0.93%
Hocking County
Tax: $1,748/yr Rate: 1.01%
Washington County
Tax: $1,665/yr Rate: 0.96%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,870/yr Rate: 0.98%
Wayne County
Tax: $2,457/yr Rate: 1.20%
Logan County
Tax: $1,947/yr Rate: 1.05%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Union County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Union County is $3,847 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $306,600.
How does Union County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Union County are 100% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Union County? ▼
In Union County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,905 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,641. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Union County? ▼
Property taxes in Union County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $109,506. 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.