Harrison County Property Taxes

Harrison County, Ohio

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

42.8% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$102/mo escrow

#35 of 88 counties in Ohio

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.04%

vs. Ohio Avg42.8% below
vs. National Avg54.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$118,000

State avg $182,492

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,280

$107/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,175

$98/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#35

of 88 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Harrison County, Ohio

Harrison County has the lowest tax burden around

At 1.039%, Harrison County's effective property tax rate ranks among the lowest in the nation, putting residents in the bottom quintile of tax burden. The county's median property tax of $1,226 is less than half the national median of $2,690, offering rare affordability for homeowners.

Well below Ohio's average effective rate

Harrison County's 1.039% effective rate beats Ohio's 1.148% average by 109 basis points. This positions Harrison among Ohio's most tax-friendly counties, in the lower quarter statewide.

The cheapest option in the regional cluster

Harrison County's 1.039% rate is the lowest in its peer group, significantly undercutting Hardin (1.122%) and Henry County (1.177%). At just $1,226 in median annual tax, Harrison residents enjoy the region's lightest property tax load.

Median home value yields $1,226 annual tax

A homeowner with a median-valued property ($118,000) in Harrison County pays roughly $1,226 in annual property taxes. This total reaches $1,280 with a mortgage and drops to $1,175 for outright owners.

Even low-tax counties see assessment errors

Even in affordable Harrison County, overassessment can occur—studies indicate 1 in 10 homeowners nationwide could reduce their burden through appeal. Review your assessment relative to recent comparable sales to verify you're getting a fair valuation.

How Harrison County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Harrison County$1,226
Ohio State Average$2,145
National Average$1,924

Harrison County

1.04%

Effective rate

Ohio Avg

1.18%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Harrison County, Ohio?
The effective property tax rate in Harrison County, Ohio is 1.04%. 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 Harrison County?
The median annual property tax payment in Harrison County is $1,226. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,280, while those without a mortgage pay $1,175.
How does Harrison County compare to the Ohio average?
Harrison County's effective tax rate of 1.04% is lower than the Ohio state average of 1.18%. The median annual property tax in Harrison County is $1,226, compared to the state average of $2,145.
What is the median home value in Harrison County, Ohio?
The median home value in Harrison County, Ohio is $118,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Harrison County a low property tax area in Ohio?
Yes — Harrison County's effective property tax rate of 1.04% is below the Ohio average of 1.18%. The median annual property tax of $1,226 is also lower the state average of $2,145, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Harrison County rank for property taxes in Ohio?
Harrison County ranks #35 out of 88 counties in Ohio by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.04% and median annual tax of $1,226, it falls in the middle 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.