44870 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 44870 (Sandusky, Ohio) pay a median of $2,030/year in property taxes on homes valued at $148,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.37%, which is 10% above the Ohio state average of 1.24%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 44870 is approximately $169, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Erie County. This is $274 less than the Ohio average of $2,304/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Ohio, 44870 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 44614 (1.37%) and 45339 (1.37%).

In Sandusky, property taxes represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $58,797, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Erie County reassesses properties on a three-year cycle managed by the county auditor; verify your property's revaluation schedule at purchase to understand when your assessed value may change. All Ohio primary residence owners receive a 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Credit automatically, and homeowners 65+ or with disabilities can claim the Homestead Exemption for additional tax relief — submit the exemption application to the Erie County Auditor's office within 30 days of closing. Call the Erie County Auditor at (419) 627-7732 to confirm your triennial revaluation year and obtain the Homestead Exemption form.