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Louisville Property Tax

Access 2026 property tax rates, payment portals, and assessment tools for Louisville. Taxes are administered by Stark County.

Local Rate

N/A

County Avg

1.29%

State Avg

0.01%

City vs. County Jurisdiction

While you live in Louisville, property taxes are officially administered by Stark County. The county handles your assessment, billing, appeals, and exemptions.

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Louisville Tax Calculator

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How Property Taxes Work in Louisville

Property taxes for Louisville residents are calculated on the ad valorem principle — your bill is proportional to the fair market value determined by the Stark County Appraisal District.

Assessment Role

The county assessor determines the value of all real estate in Louisville every tax year.

Collection Role

Taxes are collected by the county tax office and distributed to city, school, and special-district funds.

Louisville Tax Components

Your annual bill is a combined total of levies from multiple local government entities:

County General Fund Variable Levy
City of Louisville Variable Levy
Local Independent School District (ISD) Variable Levy
Emergency Services District Variable Levy

Lowering Your Louisville Property Tax Bill

Claim Exemptions

Most homeowners qualify for a Homestead Exemption that significantly reduces the taxable value of your primary residence. Seniors and veterans may qualify for additional relief.

Protest Your Value

If the county assessment exceeds fair market value you can file an appeal with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). Over 50% of appeals result in a reduction.

Check Exemptions Appeal Guide

2026 Important Deadlines

Assessment Notices

April – May

Protest Deadline

May 15th*

Payment Due

January 31st

*Protest deadlines are generally May 15th or 30 days after your notice was mailed, whichever is later.

Louisville Property Tax FAQs

For 2026, property tax rates in Louisville vary by parcel. Refer to the Stark County average rate of 1.2886266094421% as a baseline estimate.

Residents of Louisville pay property taxes to the Stark County Tax Assessor — not a city office. Use the county's official payment portal.

Yes. File a Notice of Protest with the Stark County Appraisal District within 30 days of receiving your valuation notice. See the county appeal guide for step-by-step instructions.

Stark County Official

Property tax for Louisville is handled at the county level.

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Nearby Cities

Ames 1.54% Jefferson 1.54% Orwell 1.54% Washington 1.54% New London 1.54% Providence 1.54% Bokescreek 1.54% Hocking 1.54%

💡 Tax Tip

Check for Homestead or Senior exemptions on the Stark County portal. These can reduce your taxable value by $25,000–$100,000+.