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Knox County

Knox County, Ohio

Effective Tax Rate

1.07%

Median Annual Tax

$2,345

How Knox County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Knox County$2,345
Ohio State Average$2,145
National Average$1,924

Knox County

1.07%

Effective rate

Ohio Avg

1.18%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,371

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,296

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,345

Monthly Escrow

$195

Effective Rate

1.07%

vs. Ohio State Average▲ 9.3% above
vs. National Average▼ 12.8% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Knox County, Ohio?
The effective property tax rate in Knox County, Ohio is 1.07%. 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 Knox County?
The median annual property tax payment in Knox County is $2,345. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,371, while those without a mortgage pay $2,296.
How does Knox County compare to the Ohio average?
Knox County's effective tax rate of 1.07% is lower than the Ohio state average of 1.18%. The median annual property tax in Knox County is $2,345, compared to the state average of $2,145.
What is the median home value in Knox County, Ohio?
The median home value in Knox County, Ohio is $218,300, 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

Preble County(OH)

Rate1.08%
Median Tax$1,841

Scioto County(OH)

Rate1.07%
Median Tax$1,417

Mercer County(OH)

Rate1.08%
Median Tax$2,249

Columbiana County(OH)

Rate1.07%
Median Tax$1,488
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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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