Wayne County, Ohio Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Ohio. Population: 33,612.
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $2,457, which is 15% higher than the Ohio state average and 28% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.20% on a median home value of $204,600. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,457
+15% vs State
+28% vs US
Median Home Value
$204,600
+12% vs State
-3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.20%
+4% vs State
+26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,541
$212/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,333
$194/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 | $2,457 +3.7% | 1.20% |
| 2022 | $2,369 +6.3% | 1.25% |
| 2021 | $2,229 +6.8% | 1.36% |
| 2020 | $2,088 +5.1% | 1.34% |
| 2019 | $1,986 | 1.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,769
per year
Monthly Tax
$205
per month
Other Counties in Ohio
Sandusky County
Tax: $1,621/yr Rate: 1.06%
Portage County
Tax: $2,728/yr Rate: 1.30%
Wood County
Tax: $2,911/yr Rate: 1.36%
Marion County
Tax: $1,432/yr Rate: 0.98%
Noble County
Tax: $1,178/yr Rate: 0.79%
Greene County
Tax: $4,021/yr Rate: 1.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wayne County, Ohio? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $2,457 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.20% on a median home value of $204,600.
How does Wayne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County are 28% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.20% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
In Wayne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,541 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,333. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $71,769. 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.