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Lorain County

Lorain County, Ohio

Effective Tax Rate

1.44%

Median Annual Tax

$2,992

How Lorain County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lorain County$2,992
Ohio State Average$2,145
National Average$1,924

Lorain County

1.44%

Effective rate

Ohio Avg

1.18%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,199

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,722

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,992

Monthly Escrow

$249

Effective Rate

1.44%

vs. Ohio State Average▲ 39.5% above
vs. National Average▲ 11.2% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lorain County, Ohio?
The effective property tax rate in Lorain County, Ohio is 1.44%. 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 Lorain County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lorain County is $2,992. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,199, while those without a mortgage pay $2,722.
How does Lorain County compare to the Ohio average?
Lorain County's effective tax rate of 1.44% is higher than the Ohio state average of 1.18%. The median annual property tax in Lorain County is $2,992, compared to the state average of $2,145.
What is the median home value in Lorain County, Ohio?
The median home value in Lorain County, Ohio is $207,200, 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

Trumbull County(OH)

Rate1.41%
Median Tax$1,806

Geauga County(OH)

Rate1.49%
Median Tax$4,533

Mahoning County(OH)

Rate1.40%
Median Tax$1,975

Wood County(OH)

Rate1.36%
Median Tax$2,911
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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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