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Van Wert County

Van Wert County, Ohio

Effective Tax Rate

0.97%

Median Annual Tax

$1,327

How Van Wert County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Van Wert County$1,327
Ohio State Average$2,145
National Average$1,924

Van Wert County

0.97%

Effective rate

Ohio Avg

1.18%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,319

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,338

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,327

Monthly Escrow

$111

Effective Rate

0.97%

vs. Ohio State Average▼ 38.1% below
vs. National Average▼ 50.7% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Van Wert County, Ohio?
The effective property tax rate in Van Wert County, Ohio is 0.97%. 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 Van Wert County?
The median annual property tax payment in Van Wert County is $1,327. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,319, while those without a mortgage pay $1,338.
How does Van Wert County compare to the Ohio average?
Van Wert County's effective tax rate of 0.97% is lower than the Ohio state average of 1.18%. The median annual property tax in Van Wert County is $1,327, compared to the state average of $2,145.
What is the median home value in Van Wert County, Ohio?
The median home value in Van Wert County, Ohio is $137,300, 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

Carroll County(OH)

Rate0.97%
Median Tax$1,688

Auglaize County(OH)

Rate0.96%
Median Tax$1,756

Coshocton County(OH)

Rate0.97%
Median Tax$1,378

Fayette County(OH)

Rate0.96%
Median Tax$1,561
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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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