44626 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 44626 (East Sparta, Ohio) pay a median of $2,171/year in property taxes on homes valued at $176,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.23%, which is near the Ohio state average of 1.24%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 44626 is approximately $181, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Stark County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Ohio, 44626 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 43988 (1.23%) and 45014 (1.23%).

In East Sparta, property taxes represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $78,125, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Ohio reassesses Stark County properties on a triennial basis through the County Auditor, placing you on a three-year revaluation cycle with a mandatory 30-day appeal deadline from notice. Claim the 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Credit on your primary residence and file for the Homestead Exemption if you are 65 years old or older or disabled—submit applications to the Stark County Auditor to lower your taxable value. Contact the Stark County Auditor within 30 days of closing to obtain your property record, identify the next reassessment year, and set a calendar reminder for the 30-day appeal window so you can challenge any excessive assessment.