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Defiance County

Defiance County, Ohio

Effective Tax Rate

1.12%

Median Annual Tax

$1,686

How Defiance County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Defiance County$1,686
Ohio State Average$2,145
National Average$1,924

Defiance County

1.12%

Effective rate

Ohio Avg

1.18%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,668

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,715

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,686

Monthly Escrow

$141

Effective Rate

1.12%

vs. Ohio State Average▼ 21.4% below
vs. National Average▼ 37.3% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Defiance County, Ohio?
The effective property tax rate in Defiance County, Ohio is 1.12%. 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 Defiance County?
The median annual property tax payment in Defiance County is $1,686. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,668, while those without a mortgage pay $1,715.
How does Defiance County compare to the Ohio average?
Defiance County's effective tax rate of 1.12% is lower than the Ohio state average of 1.18%. The median annual property tax in Defiance County is $1,686, compared to the state average of $2,145.
What is the median home value in Defiance County, Ohio?
The median home value in Defiance County, Ohio is $150,900, 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

Holmes County(OH)

Rate1.11%
Median Tax$2,802

Hardin County(OH)

Rate1.12%
Median Tax$1,513

Allen County(OH)

Rate1.13%
Median Tax$1,782

Morrow County(OH)

Rate1.10%
Median Tax$2,208
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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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