Lawrence County Property Taxes

Lawrence County, Indiana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

17.1% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$83/mo escrow

#27 of 92 counties in Indiana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.60%

vs. Indiana Avg17.1% below
vs. National Avg63% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$164,500

State avg $178,101

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,056

$88/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$908

$76/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#27

of 92 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lawrence County, Indiana

Lawrence County below national average

Lawrence County's effective tax rate of 0.604% is modestly above the national median of 0.630%—wait, it's actually below. At $994 in median annual taxes on $164,500 homes, residents here enjoy below-average property tax burdens.

Favorable compared to state average

Lawrence County's 0.604% effective rate is slightly below Indiana's state average of 0.671%, ranking it in the lower half of this eight-county group. Median taxes of $994 remain comfortably below the state median of $1,199.

Middle option in south-central region

Lawrence County's 0.604% rate beats Knox County (0.725%) and Madison County (0.764%), but trails LaGrange County (0.542%) and Kosciusko County (0.598%). It represents a moderate tax option regionally.

What $164,500 home costs annually

A typical Lawrence County homeowner with a $164,500 home pays approximately $994 in annual property taxes. With mortgage, that figure rises to $1,056; without, to $908—relatively affordable given the home value.

Review your assessment before renewal

Even in lower-tax Lawrence County, some homeowners are overassessed relative to market value. A free property tax appeal to your county assessor could reduce your annual bill and ensure you're paying only what's fair.

How Lawrence County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lawrence County$994
Indiana State Average$1,199
National Average$1,924

Lawrence County

0.60%

Effective rate

Indiana Avg

0.67%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lawrence County, Indiana?
The effective property tax rate in Lawrence County, Indiana is 0.60%. 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 Lawrence County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lawrence County is $994. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,056, while those without a mortgage pay $908.
How does Lawrence County compare to the Indiana average?
Lawrence County's effective tax rate of 0.60% is lower than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $994, compared to the state average of $1,199.
What is the median home value in Lawrence County, Indiana?
The median home value in Lawrence County, Indiana is $164,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lawrence County a low property tax area in Indiana?
Yes — Lawrence County's effective property tax rate of 0.60% is below the Indiana average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax of $994 is also lower the state average of $1,199, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lawrence County rank for property taxes in Indiana?
Lawrence County ranks #27 out of 92 counties in Indiana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.60% and median annual tax of $994, it falls in the lower 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.