Blackford County, IN Property Tax: $779/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Blackford County is 0.81% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $96,700, that works out to about $783 per year, or $65 per month. Blackford County is located in eastern Indiana, and is home to approximately 12,007 residents.
About Blackford County
Blackford County covers approximately 165.1 square miles in Indiana. The county is home to about 12,007 residents living in roughly 5,863 housing units, of which 63.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $47,560, and the median home was built in 1959.
Blackford County borders Delaware County, Grant County, Jay County, Wells County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Indiana
Property taxes in Indiana are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Indiana offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Blackford County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Blackford County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackford County, IN | 0.81% | $96,700 | $783 |
| Indiana state average | 0.67% | — | $648* |
| Delaware County | 0.78% | $127,600 | $997 |
| Grant County | 0.68% | $116,000 | $790 |
| Jay County | 0.60% | $110,100 | $665 |
| Wells County | 0.51% | $180,000 | $920 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Blackford County's median home value of $96,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Blackford County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Indiana?
At 0.81%, Blackford County is higher than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. On a home at the county median of $96,700, that means about $783 per year — versus $648 at the state average rate, a difference of $135 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Blackford County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Blackford County?
For a home at the county median value of $96,700, the annual property tax in Blackford County is approximately $783 — or about $65 per month. For a home worth $145,050, expect around $1,175 per year. For a $193,400 home, approximately $1,567 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Blackford County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Blackford County are handled by the Blackford County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Blackford County?
Indiana counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.81% shown here. Contact the Blackford County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File