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Cuyahoga County

Cuyahoga County, Ohio

Effective Tax Rate

2.08%

Median Annual Tax

$3,819

How Cuyahoga County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Cuyahoga County$3,819
Ohio State Average$2,145
National Average$1,924

Cuyahoga County

2.08%

Effective rate

Ohio Avg

1.18%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$4,055

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,453

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$3,819

Monthly Escrow

$318

Effective Rate

2.08%

vs. Ohio State Average▲ 78% above
vs. National Average▲ 42% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Cuyahoga County, Ohio?
The effective property tax rate in Cuyahoga County, Ohio is 2.08%. 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 Cuyahoga County?
The median annual property tax payment in Cuyahoga County is $3,819. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,055, while those without a mortgage pay $3,453.
How does Cuyahoga County compare to the Ohio average?
Cuyahoga County's effective tax rate of 2.08% is higher than the Ohio state average of 1.18%. The median annual property tax in Cuyahoga County is $3,819, compared to the state average of $2,145.
What is the median home value in Cuyahoga County, Ohio?
The median home value in Cuyahoga County, Ohio is $183,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Ohio?
Property taxes in Ohio are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Montgomery County(OH)

Rate1.78%
Median Tax$2,975

Lucas County(OH)

Rate1.75%
Median Tax$2,710

Lake County(OH)

Rate1.70%
Median Tax$3,405

Greene County(OH)

Rate1.69%
Median Tax$4,021
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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.

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