Knox County Property Taxes

Knox County, Indiana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

25.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$75/mo escrow

#63 of 92 counties in Indiana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.72%

vs. Indiana Avg25.4% below
vs. National Avg66.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$123,500

State avg $178,101

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,028

$86/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$714

$60/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#63

of 92 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Knox County, Indiana

Knox County slightly above national median

Knox County's effective tax rate of 0.725% is well above the national median of 0.630%, placing it in the upper half nationally. However, because median home values here ($123,500) are significantly lower than the nation's ($281,900), actual tax bills remain modest.

Ranks highest among Indiana counties

Knox County's 0.725% effective rate is the highest among these eight Indiana counties and exceeds the state average of 0.671%. Despite the steeper rate, median taxes of $895 stay below Indiana's state median of $1,199 due to lower home values.

Steepest rate in south-central region

Knox County's 0.725% effective rate is substantially higher than Lawrence County (0.604%) and Madison County (0.764%) nearby. Only Lake County to the north approaches this level, at 0.925%.

What $123,500 home costs annually

A typical Knox County homeowner with a $123,500 home pays approximately $895 in annual property taxes. With mortgage, that figure rises to $1,028; without, to $714—relatively affordable given the county's steep tax rate.

Appeals could reduce your burden

Even in Knox County's lower-valued market, many homeowners carry assessments above fair market value. A property tax appeal is free and can yield real savings, particularly for those whose assessments haven't been updated in several years.

How Knox County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Knox County$895
Indiana State Average$1,199
National Average$1,924

Knox County

0.72%

Effective rate

Indiana Avg

0.67%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Knox County, Indiana?
The effective property tax rate in Knox County, Indiana is 0.72%. 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 Knox County?
The median annual property tax payment in Knox County is $895. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,028, while those without a mortgage pay $714.
How does Knox County compare to the Indiana average?
Knox County's effective tax rate of 0.72% is higher than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in Knox County is $895, compared to the state average of $1,199.
What is the median home value in Knox County, Indiana?
The median home value in Knox County, Indiana is $123,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Knox County property tax rate higher than the Indiana average?
Knox County's effective property tax rate of 0.72% is higher than the Indiana average of 0.67%. This difference of 0.05% 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 Knox County rank for property taxes in Indiana?
Knox County ranks #63 out of 92 counties in Indiana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.72% and median annual tax of $895, 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.