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Homestead Exemption | Jefferson County Auditor

301 Market Street, 4th Floor, Jefferson County Courthouse, Steubenville, OH 43952

Barrier Free Restrooms|Wheelchair Accessible Building (ramps & main entrance doors).
Eligibility
Must the following eligibility requirements:
  • Own and occupy a home in Jefferson County as your principal place of residence as of January 1st of the current tax year.
  • Is at least 65 years old or will reach age or 65 during the current tax year; or
  • Is certified totally and permanently disabled as of January 1st of the current tax year, regardless of age; or
  • Is the surviving spouse of a current Homestead participant, and who was at least 59 years old on the date of their
spouse’s death;
  • Military Veterans who have either received a total (100%) disability rating for service-connected disabilities, or received a total (100%) disability rating for compensation for service-connected disabilities based on a determination of individual unemployability.
Additional Eligibility Requirements:
  • Must meet income eligibility. Visit website to determine the income limits for that application year. A means test applies for those who are age 65 or older, and those who are under the age of 65 who are permanently and totally disabled. A means test does not apply to eligible military Veterans.
Required documents
Completed application and other requested documents (varies by type of exemption).
Hours
Same as site hours.
Languages
None.
Application process
Call or visit the office for information.
Fees
None.
Service area
Jefferson County, Ohio
Offers a tax reduction program which provides Jefferson County homeowners with relief on a portion of their home value. With homestead, eligible homeowners receive an exemption on a portion of appraised value from taxation for a single family home. Eligible military Veterans receive an additional exemption. Will answer questions and assist with completing forms regarding the reduction.
Last assured
05/30/2025
Providing organization
Jefferson County Auditor
Provides a variety of taxpayer services for county residents including home valuation, homestead exemption relief, homebuyer information, weights and measures compliance, dog licenses and vendors licenses. Will also review general estate tax information, discuss recent law changes and answer basic questions about filing; and is responsible for serving as the paymaster for the county employees.