43315 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 43315 (Cardington, Ohio) pay a median of $1,816/year in property taxes on homes valued at $168,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.08%, which is 13% below the Ohio state average of 1.24%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 43315 is approximately $151, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Morrow County. This is $488 less than the Ohio average of $2,304/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Ohio, 43315 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 44807 (1.08%) and 43113 (1.08%).

In Cardington, property taxes represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $69,621, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Ohio reassesses property at each sale, with the county auditor conducting triennial revaluations for existing owners; your purchase price becomes the new assessed value. Morrow County homeowners age 65+ or disabled qualify for the Homestead Exemption, and all primary residences receive a 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Credit on their tax bill — apply through the Morrow County Auditor's office. Contact the Morrow County Auditor immediately after closing to register your homestead status and ensure the credit is applied to your first bill.