44611 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 44611 (Big Prairie, Ohio) pay a median of $2,239/year in property taxes on homes valued at $167,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.34%, which is 8% above the Ohio state average of 1.24%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 44611 is approximately $187, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Holmes County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Ohio, 44611 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 44429 (1.34%) and 44439 (1.34%).

In Big Prairie, property taxes represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $60,075, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Holmes County reassesses properties every three years under Ohio law; the county auditor manages the revaluation cycle, so verify your property's next reassessment year at purchase. Primary residence owners automatically receive a 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Credit, and homeowners 65+ or disabled can claim the Homestead Exemption to reduce assessed value — file the exemption with the Holmes County Auditor's office immediately after your purchase closes. Contact the Holmes County Auditor at (330) 674-3566 to confirm your triennial revaluation date and submit the Homestead Exemption application, which can reduce your tax bill by hundreds of dollars.