Columbus, OH variant. This is a Columbus, OH-specific version of the Property Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Property Tax Calculator.
Columbus property tax runs about 1.62% of value - roughly $3,807/year on the $235,000 median home.
Property tax in Columbus
Tax = assessed value × local rate. The 1.62% effective rate captures Columbus's blend of county, city, and school levies.
On the $235,000 median home that's $3,807/year ($317/month), usually escrowed with your mortgage.
About Columbus, OH
Columbus imposes a municipal income tax on wages earned in the city, in addition to Ohio state income tax.
Columbus offers affordable home prices and rents relative to many large cities, supporting accessible homeownership.
Columbus's economy is anchored by its role as the Ohio state capital, a major public university, and growing insurance, finance, and technology sectors.
Worked example: $235,000 home
$235,000 × 1.62% = $3,807/year. A $600,000 Columbus home would owe about $9,720.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $235,000
- Median rent: $1,450/mo
- Median household income: $62,994
- Local sales tax: 7.5%
- City income tax: 2.5%
- Effective property tax rate: 1.62%
- Cost of living index: 91 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the property tax rate in Columbus?
About 1.62% of market value per year.
How much property tax on a median Columbus home?
Roughly $3,807 per year.