Washington County Property Taxes

Washington County, Indiana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

11.8% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$88/mo escrow

#42 of 92 counties in Indiana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.65%

vs. Indiana Avg11.8% below
vs. National Avg60.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$162,400

State avg $178,101

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,197

$100/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$794

$66/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#42

of 92 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Washington County, Indiana

Washington County offers affordable property taxes

At 0.651% effective rate, Washington County residents pay far below the national median of $2,690 annually. On a median home value of $162,400, the county's moderate rate produces a median tax of $1,058 per year.

Slightly below Indiana's state average

Washington County's 0.651% effective rate sits just below Indiana's state average of 0.671%, placing it among the state's more affordable counties. The median tax of $1,058 falls well below the state median of $1,199.

Competitive in south-central Indiana

Washington County's 0.651% rate compares favorably to Orange and Lawrence counties in the region. The county delivers solid tax efficiency while maintaining quality services that attract new residents.

Median homeowner pays $1,058 annually

With a median home value of $162,400 and 0.651% rate, Washington County homeowners pay $1,058 per year. Mortgage holders average $1,197 while those without mortgages pay $794.

Assessment appeal could reduce your tax bill

Even in moderately-taxed counties, overassessment occurs regularly across all price ranges. If your home's assessed value exceeds its market value or comparable local properties, contact the assessor about filing an appeal.

How Washington County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Washington County$1,058
Indiana State Average$1,199
National Average$1,924

Washington County

0.65%

Effective rate

Indiana Avg

0.67%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Washington County, Indiana?
The effective property tax rate in Washington County, Indiana is 0.65%. 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 Washington County?
The median annual property tax payment in Washington County is $1,058. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,197, while those without a mortgage pay $794.
How does Washington County compare to the Indiana average?
Washington County's effective tax rate of 0.65% is lower than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,058, compared to the state average of $1,199.
What is the median home value in Washington County, Indiana?
The median home value in Washington County, Indiana is $162,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Washington County a low property tax area in Indiana?
Yes — Washington County's effective property tax rate of 0.65% is below the Indiana average of 0.67%. The median annual property tax of $1,058 is also lower the state average of $1,199, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Washington County rank for property taxes in Indiana?
Washington County ranks #42 out of 92 counties in Indiana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.65% and median annual tax of $1,058, 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.