45895 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 45895 (Wapakoneta, Ohio) pay a median of $1,653/year in property taxes on homes valued at $181,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.91%, which is 27% below the Ohio state average of 1.24%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 45895 is approximately $138, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Auglaize County. This is $651 less than the Ohio average of $2,304/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Ohio, 45895 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 45890 (0.91%) and 45640 (0.91%).

In Wapakoneta, property taxes represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $72,965, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Ohio reassesses property through a triennial cycle administered by the county auditor, with your purchase triggering a new assessment at market value. Auglaize County homeowners of primary residences receive an automatic 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Credit, and those 65+ or disabled can claim an additional Homestead Exemption — file the exemption application with the Auglaize County Auditor before the deadline shown on your assessment notice. Contact the Auglaize County Auditor to confirm your credit is applied and to learn your county's appeal deadline.