Vigo County Property Taxes

Vigo County, Indiana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

4.8% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$105/mo escrow

#90 of 92 counties in Indiana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.89%

vs. Indiana Avg4.8% above
vs. National Avg53.3% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$140,400

State avg $178,101

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,303

$109/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,156

$96/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#90

of 92 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Vigo County, Indiana

Vigo County has Indiana's highest property tax rate

Vigo County's 0.895% effective rate stands among Indiana's highest and remains below the national median of $2,690 annually. On the county's median home value of $140,400, residents pay $1,256 per year—still a moderate burden nationally.

Highest rate among all Indiana counties profiled

Vigo County's 0.895% effective rate substantially exceeds Indiana's state average of 0.671%, making it the tax leader of the eight counties examined. This 33% premium above state average reflects the county's higher municipal and school funding needs.

Tax leader in west-central Indiana corridor

Vigo County's 0.895% rate far exceeds Clay County (0.65%) and Vermillion County (0.721%) to its west. Terre Haute-area residents accept the region's highest tax burden in exchange for urban services and infrastructure.

Median homeowner pays $1,256 annually

On Vigo's median home value of $140,400, the effective rate produces a median tax of $1,256 per year. Homeowners with mortgages pay $1,303 on average, while those without pay $1,156.

High rates make appeals especially worthwhile

With Vigo County's above-average tax rate, even a modest successful assessment appeal yields substantial savings. Contact the assessor to request a reassessment if your home's value has declined or if comparable nearby homes are assessed lower.

How Vigo County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Vigo County$1,256
Indiana State Average$1,199
National Average$1,924

Vigo County

0.89%

Effective rate

Indiana Avg

0.67%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Vigo County, Indiana?
The effective property tax rate in Vigo County, Indiana is 0.89%. 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 Vigo County?
The median annual property tax payment in Vigo County is $1,256. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,303, while those without a mortgage pay $1,156.
How does Vigo County compare to the Indiana average?
Vigo County's effective tax rate of 0.89% is higher than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in Vigo County is $1,256, compared to the state average of $1,199.
What is the median home value in Vigo County, Indiana?
The median home value in Vigo County, Indiana is $140,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Vigo County property tax rate higher than the Indiana average?
Vigo County's effective property tax rate of 0.89% is higher than the Indiana average of 0.67%. This difference of 0.22% 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 Vigo County rank for property taxes in Indiana?
Vigo County ranks #90 out of 92 counties in Indiana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.89% and median annual tax of $1,256, 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.