Lucas County, OH Property Taxes (2026)

Lucas County owners pay a median of $2,710 a year on a median home value of $155,200, an effective rate of 1.75%. That's the 3rd-highest rate of 88 Ohio counties with Census data, above the Ohio county median of 1.08%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

1.75%

3rd highest of 88 in OH

Median annual bill

$2,710

~$226/month

Median home value

$155,200

Ohio county median

1.08%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Lucas County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Lucas County's 1.75% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$2,716
Savings at 10–15% off
$272–$407
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Lucas County vs. Ohio vs. U.S. property tax rates

Lucas County1.75%
Ohio county median1.08%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Lucas County's effective property tax rate is 1.75%, vs. 1.08% for the median Ohio county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 3rd of 88 in Ohio. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to complaint your property taxes in Lucas County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Lucas County Auditor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your complaint before the deadline

    The Lucas County deadline is March 31. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the County Auditor.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $2,710 bill, 10–15% off is $271–$407 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Ohio

Ohio homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Lucas County Auditor for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lucas County, Ohio?
The median effective property tax rate in Lucas County is 1.75%: a median annual bill of $2,710 on a median home value of $155,200. That's the 3rd-highest rate of 88 Ohio counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Lucas County?
The median Lucas County property tax bill is $2,710 a year, about $226 a month, compared with a Ohio county median of $1,856.
What is the deadline to complaint property taxes in Lucas County?
The deadline to complaint in Lucas County is March 31. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Lucas County a high property tax area?
Lucas County's 1.75% effective rate is above the Ohio county median of 1.08% and above the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 3rd-highest rate of 88 Ohio counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Lucas County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you complaint your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Wood County

Rate: 1.36%

Median bill: $2,911

Ottawa County

Rate: 1.09%

Median bill: $2,181

Sandusky County

Rate: 1.06%

Median bill: $1,621

Fulton County

Rate: 1.33%

Median bill: $2,348

Henry County

Rate: 1.18%

Median bill: $1,954

Seneca County

Rate: 1.09%

Median bill: $1,489

Hancock County

Rate: 1.00%

Median bill: $1,966

Erie County

Rate: 1.27%

Median bill: $2,330

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