Adams County Property Taxes

Adams County, Ohio

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

39.3% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$109/mo escrow

#3 of 88 counties in Ohio

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.83%

vs. Ohio Avg39.3% below
vs. National Avg51.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$157,500

State avg $182,492

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,470

$123/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,082

$90/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#3

of 88 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Adams County, Ohio

Adams County taxes rank low nationally

At 0.827%, Adams County's effective tax rate sits well below the national median of 1.1%, placing it in the bottom 30% of U.S. counties. Homeowners here pay a median of $1,303 annually—less than half the national median of $2,690—thanks to a combination of lower tax rates and modest home values.

Among Ohio's most affordable tax counties

Adams County ranks in the lower tier of Ohio's 88 counties for property taxes, with its 0.827% rate trailing the state average of 1.148%. The $1,303 median tax bill is substantially below Ohio's $2,145 county average.

Lower taxes than most regional peers

Adams County's 0.827% rate undercuts neighboring Ashland County (1.016%) and nearby Athens County (1.205%), making it one of the region's most tax-friendly options. Only Brown County in the immediate area matches Adams's low rate.

A $157,500 home costs $1,303 yearly

With a median home value of $157,500 and a 0.827% effective rate, the typical Adams County homeowner pays about $1,303 in annual property taxes. Those with mortgages pay slightly more at $1,470, while those owning outright pay $1,082.

Check your assessment this tax year

Even in lower-tax counties like Adams, many homeowners remain overassessed on their property values. Filing an appeal with your county auditor costs nothing and could reduce your annual bill if your home's assessed value exceeds its actual market value.

How Adams County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Adams County$1,303
Ohio State Average$2,145
National Average$1,924

Adams County

0.83%

Effective rate

Ohio Avg

1.18%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Adams County, Ohio?
The effective property tax rate in Adams County, Ohio is 0.83%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Adams County?
The median annual property tax payment in Adams County is $1,303. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,470, while those without a mortgage pay $1,082.
How does Adams County compare to the Ohio average?
Adams County's effective tax rate of 0.83% is lower than the Ohio state average of 1.18%. The median annual property tax in Adams County is $1,303, compared to the state average of $2,145.
What is the median home value in Adams County, Ohio?
The median home value in Adams County, Ohio is $157,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Adams County a low property tax area in Ohio?
Yes — Adams County's effective property tax rate of 0.83% is below the Ohio average of 1.18%. The median annual property tax of $1,303 is also lower the state average of $2,145, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Adams County rank for property taxes in Ohio?
Adams County ranks #3 out of 88 counties in Ohio by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.83% and median annual tax of $1,303, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.