Van Wert County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 9,392.
The median annual property tax in Van Wert County is $1,327, which is 38% lower than the Ohio state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $137,300. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,327
-38% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$137,300
-25% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
-16% vs State
+2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,319
$110/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,338
$112/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 | $1,327 +2.6% | 0.97% |
| 2022 | $1,293 +6.8% | 1.00% |
| 2021 | $1,211 +2.6% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $1,180 +4.6% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $1,128 | 1.08% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,344
per year
Monthly Tax
$111
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Mahoning County
Tax: $1,975/yr Rate: 1.40%
Madison County
Tax: $2,437/yr Rate: 1.05%
Butler County
Tax: $3,010/yr Rate: 1.24%
Seneca County
Tax: $1,489/yr Rate: 1.09%
Medina County
Tax: $3,448/yr Rate: 1.29%
Greene County
Tax: $4,021/yr Rate: 1.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Van Wert County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Van Wert County is $1,327 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $137,300.
How does Van Wert County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Van Wert County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.97% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Van Wert County? ▼
In Van Wert County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,319 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,338. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Van Wert County? ▼
Property taxes in Van Wert County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $65,344. 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.