Verified 2026 City Guide

Starr Property Tax

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

Local Rate

N/A

County Avg

1.07%

State Avg

0.01%

City vs. County Jurisdiction

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

Starr Tax Calculator

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Est. Annual Bill

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How Property Taxes Work in Starr

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

Assessment Role

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

Collection Role

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

Starr Tax Components

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

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

Lowering Your Starr 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.

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.

Starr Property Tax FAQs

For 2026, property tax rates in Starr vary by parcel. Refer to the Hocking County average rate of 1.0748694138131% as a baseline estimate.

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

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

Hocking County Official

Property tax for Starr is handled at the county level.

💡 Tax Tip

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