Benton County Property Taxes

Benton County, Indiana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

14.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$85/mo escrow

#71 of 92 counties in Indiana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.76%

vs. Indiana Avg14.6% below
vs. National Avg61.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$135,400

State avg $178,101

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,074

$90/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$907

$76/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#71

of 92 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Benton County, Indiana

Benton County taxes remain well below national

Benton County's 0.756% effective tax rate sits significantly below the national median of roughly 0.85%, placing it among America's more tax-friendly counties. The median property tax of $1,024 is less than 38% of the national median of $2,690.

Benton slightly above Indiana state average

At 0.756%, Benton County's rate exceeds Indiana's 0.671% state average, putting it in the upper half of the state's counties. However, its modest home values of $135,400 keep the actual tax bill—$1,024 annually—close to the state median of $1,199.

Lowest home values in northeast cluster

Benton County's median home value of $135,400 is the lowest among regional peers like Adams ($173,100) and Allen County ($194,300). This lower valuation base, despite a moderate tax rate, results in the region's smallest tax bills in absolute dollars.

Median home taxed at $1,024 annually

A home valued at Benton County's median of $135,400 generates an annual property tax of $1,024. For mortgaged properties, the average bill rises to $1,074, while non-mortgaged homes average $907.

Lower values don't mean skip assessments

Even in modestly valued counties like Benton, assessments can drift above true market value, especially after property transfers or market dips. Reviewing your assessment every few years—or after a sale of a comparable home—ensures you're paying a fair share.

How Benton County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Benton County$1,024
Indiana State Average$1,199
National Average$1,924

Benton County

0.76%

Effective rate

Indiana Avg

0.67%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Benton County, Indiana?
The effective property tax rate in Benton County, Indiana is 0.76%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Benton County?
The median annual property tax payment in Benton County is $1,024. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,074, while those without a mortgage pay $907.
How does Benton County compare to the Indiana average?
Benton County's effective tax rate of 0.76% is higher than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in Benton County is $1,024, compared to the state average of $1,199.
What is the median home value in Benton County, Indiana?
The median home value in Benton County, Indiana is $135,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Benton County property tax rate higher than the Indiana average?
Benton County's effective property tax rate of 0.76% is higher than the Indiana average of 0.67%. This difference of 0.08% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Benton County rank for property taxes in Indiana?
Benton County ranks #71 out of 92 counties in Indiana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.76% and median annual tax of $1,024, it falls in the upper third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.