44048 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 44048 (Kingsville, Ohio) pay a median of $1,875/year in property taxes on homes valued at $143,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.31%, which is 6% above the Ohio state average of 1.24%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 44048 is approximately $156, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Ashtabula County. This is $429 less than the Ohio average of $2,304/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Ohio, 44048 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 44424 (1.31%) and 44090 (1.31%).

In Kingsville, property taxes represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $63,712, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Ohio reassesses your property on a triennial cycle through the Ashtabula County Auditor's office, and you'll receive a new valuation notice every three years—appeal deadlines are strict and typically 30 days from the notice date. Apply for the 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Credit on your primary residence and, if you're 65+ or disabled, the Homestead Exemption directly through the Ashtabula County Auditor to reduce your assessed value. Contact the Ashtabula County Auditor immediately after purchase to confirm your property classification and verify the next reassessment date so you can file an appeal if the valuation is excessive.