44412 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 44412 (Diamond, Ohio) pay a median of $2,409/year in property taxes on homes valued at $251,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.96%, which is 23% below the Ohio state average of 1.24%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 44412 is approximately $201, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Portage County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Ohio, 44412 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 44826 (0.96%) and 44682 (0.96%).

In Diamond, property taxes represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $102,083, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Ohio reassesses Portage County properties on a triennial basis through the County Auditor, with reassessments occurring every three years and a strict 30-day appeal window from notice. Claim the 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Credit for your primary residence and file for the Homestead Exemption if you're 65 or older or disabled—apply to the Portage County Auditor to reduce your assessed value immediately. Request your property record from the Portage County Auditor within 30 days of purchase, confirm when the next triennial revaluation happens, and prepare to file a Board of Revision appeal by the deadline if the assessment seems high.