Tipton County Property Taxes

Tipton County, Indiana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

10.8% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$89/mo escrow

#39 of 92 counties in Indiana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.64%

vs. Indiana Avg10.8% below
vs. National Avg60.3% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$166,000

State avg $178,101

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,023

$85/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,141

$95/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#39

of 92 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Tipton County, Indiana

Tipton County rates moderate nationally

Tipton County's effective tax rate of 0.644% runs below the national median of 0.84%, offering homeowners modest tax advantages. The median annual property tax of $1,069 sits well below the national median of $2,690.

Slightly below Indiana's statewide rate

Tipton County's 0.644% effective rate runs 4% below Indiana's state average of 0.671%. The median tax of $1,069 falls noticeably below the state median of $1,199, reflecting a favorable tax position statewide.

Mid-range tax rate in the region

Tipton County's 0.644% rate sits squarely in the middle of the eight-county region, slightly above Tippecanoe County's 0.623% but well below St. Joseph County's 0.867%. The county offers typical tax conditions for the area.

What Tipton homeowners pay yearly

On a median home value of $166,000, Tipton County homeowners pay approximately $1,069 in annual property taxes. With a mortgage, expect closer to $1,023; without one, around $1,141.

Challenge your assessment

Tipton County property owners should request a reassessment if they believe their valuation is too high. Many homeowners don't realize they can appeal—contacting the county assessor could reveal eligible exemptions and reduce your annual tax bill.

How Tipton County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Tipton County$1,069
Indiana State Average$1,199
National Average$1,924

Tipton County

0.64%

Effective rate

Indiana Avg

0.67%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Tipton County, Indiana?
The effective property tax rate in Tipton County, Indiana is 0.64%. 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 Tipton County?
The median annual property tax payment in Tipton County is $1,069. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,023, while those without a mortgage pay $1,141.
How does Tipton County compare to the Indiana average?
Tipton County's effective tax rate of 0.64% is lower than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in Tipton County is $1,069, compared to the state average of $1,199.
What is the median home value in Tipton County, Indiana?
The median home value in Tipton County, Indiana is $166,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Tipton County a low property tax area in Indiana?
Yes — Tipton County's effective property tax rate of 0.64% is below the Indiana average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax of $1,069 is also lower the state average of $1,199, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Tipton County rank for property taxes in Indiana?
Tipton County ranks #39 out of 92 counties in Indiana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.64% and median annual tax of $1,069, it falls in the middle 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.