Ripley County, IN Property Tax: $1,182/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Ripley County is 0.58% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $205,300, that works out to about $1,191 per year, or $99 per month. Ripley County is located in eastern Indiana, and is home to approximately 29,039 residents.
About Ripley County
Ripley County covers approximately 446.4 square miles in Indiana. The county is home to about 29,039 residents living in roughly 12,398 housing units, of which 71.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $71,084, and the median home was built in 1977.
Ripley County borders Dearborn County, Decatur County, Franklin County, Jefferson County, Jennings 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 Ripley County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Ripley County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ripley County, IN | 0.58% | $205,300 | $1,191 |
| Indiana state average | 0.67% | — | $1,376* |
| Dearborn County | 0.76% | $227,100 | $1,726 |
| Decatur County | 0.62% | $189,900 | $1,176 |
| Franklin County | 0.62% | $236,700 | $1,459 |
| Jefferson County | 0.66% | $180,600 | $1,191 |
| Jennings County | 0.58% | $154,600 | $903 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Ripley County's median home value of $205,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Ripley County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Indiana?
At 0.58%, Ripley County is lower than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. On a home at the county median of $205,300, that means about $1,191 per year — versus $1,376 at the state average rate, a difference of $185 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Ripley County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Ripley County?
For a home at the county median value of $205,300, the annual property tax in Ripley County is approximately $1,191 — or about $99 per month. For a home worth $307,950, expect around $1,786 per year. For a $410,600 home, approximately $2,381 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Ripley County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Ripley County are handled by the Ripley 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 Ripley 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 0.58% shown here. Contact the Ripley 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