Hendricks County, IN Property Tax: $2,344/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Hendricks County is 0.83% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $281,500, that works out to about $2,336 per year, or $195 per month. Hendricks County is located in central Indiana, and is home to approximately 179,379 residents.
About Hendricks County
Hendricks County covers approximately 406.9 square miles in Indiana. The county is home to about 179,379 residents living in roughly 68,433 housing units, of which 74.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $99,988, and the median home was built in 1997.
Hendricks County borders Boone County, Marion County, Montgomery County, Morgan County, Putnam 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 Hendricks County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Hendricks County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendricks County, IN | 0.83% | $281,500 | $2,336 |
| Indiana state average | 0.67% | — | $1,886* |
| Boone County | 0.80% | $341,800 | $2,725 |
| Marion County | 0.93% | $207,000 | $1,923 |
| Montgomery County | 0.63% | $166,300 | $1,047 |
| Morgan County | 0.48% | $220,100 | $1,056 |
| Putnam County | 0.48% | $205,800 | $978 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Hendricks County's median home value of $281,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Hendricks County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Indiana?
At 0.83%, Hendricks County is higher than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. On a home at the county median of $281,500, that means about $2,336 per year — versus $1,886 at the state average rate, a difference of $450 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Hendricks County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Hendricks County?
For a home at the county median value of $281,500, the annual property tax in Hendricks County is approximately $2,336 — or about $195 per month. For a home worth $422,250, expect around $3,505 per year. For a $563,000 home, approximately $4,673 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Hendricks County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Hendricks County are handled by the Hendricks 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 Hendricks 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 0.83% shown here. Contact the Hendricks 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