Switzerland County, IN Property Tax: $755/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Switzerland County is 0.41% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $183,200, that works out to about $751 per year, or $63 per month. Switzerland County is located in southeastern Indiana, and is home to approximately 9,914 residents.
About Switzerland County
Switzerland County covers approximately 220.7 square miles in Indiana. The county is home to about 9,914 residents living in roughly 4,399 housing units, of which 70.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $65,148, and the median home was built in 1988.
Switzerland County borders Jefferson County, Ohio County, Ripley County, Boone County, Carroll 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 Switzerland County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Switzerland County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland County, IN | 0.41% | $183,200 | $751 |
| Indiana state average | 0.67% | — | $1,227* |
| Jefferson County | 0.66% | $180,600 | $1,191 |
| Ohio County | 0.61% | $193,500 | $1,179 |
| Ripley County | 0.58% | $205,300 | $1,182 |
| Boone County | 0.90% | $253,200 | $2,273 |
| Carroll County | 0.76% | $129,800 | $982 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Switzerland County's median home value of $183,200. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Switzerland County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Indiana?
At 0.41%, Switzerland County is lower than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. On a home at the county median of $183,200, that means about $751 per year — versus $1,227 at the state average rate, a difference of $476 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Switzerland County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Switzerland County?
For a home at the county median value of $183,200, the annual property tax in Switzerland County is approximately $751 — or about $63 per month. For a home worth $274,800, expect around $1,127 per year. For a $366,400 home, approximately $1,502 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Switzerland County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Switzerland County are handled by the Switzerland 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 Switzerland 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 0.41% shown here. Contact the Switzerland 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