Steuben County, IN Property Tax: $1,188/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Steuben County is 0.58% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $204,300, that works out to about $1,185 per year, or $99 per month. Steuben County is located in northeastern Indiana, with Angola as its county seat, and is home to approximately 34,648 residents.
About Steuben County
Steuben County covers approximately 308.8 square miles in Indiana. The county is home to about 34,648 residents living in roughly 19,055 housing units, of which 57.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $71,483, and the median home was built in 1980.
The county seat is Angola. Steuben County borders DeKalb County, LaGrange County, Noble County, Branch County, Hillsdale 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 Steuben County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Steuben County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steuben County, IN | 0.58% | $204,300 | $1,185 |
| Indiana state average | 0.67% | — | $1,369* |
| DeKalb County | 0.63% | $177,900 | $1,117 |
| LaGrange County | 0.54% | $249,500 | $1,352 |
| Noble County | 0.68% | $183,400 | $1,250 |
| Branch County | 1.23% | $147,500 | $1,813 |
| Hillsdale County | 0.96% | $170,500 | $1,644 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Steuben County's median home value of $204,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Steuben County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Indiana?
At 0.58%, Steuben County is lower than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. On a home at the county median of $204,300, that means about $1,185 per year — versus $1,369 at the state average rate, a difference of $184 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Steuben County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Steuben County?
For a home at the county median value of $204,300, the annual property tax in Steuben County is approximately $1,185 — or about $99 per month. For a home worth $306,450, expect around $1,777 per year. For a $408,600 home, approximately $2,370 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Steuben County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Steuben County are handled by the Steuben County Assessor's office in Angola. 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 Steuben 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 Steuben 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