Wells County, IN Property Tax: $920/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Wells County is 0.51% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $180,000, that works out to about $918 per year, or $77 per month. Wells County is located in eastern Indiana, and is home to approximately 28,261 residents.
About Wells County
Wells County covers approximately 368.1 square miles in Indiana. The county is home to about 28,261 residents living in roughly 12,003 housing units, of which 72.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $69,741, and the median home was built in 1972.
Wells County borders Adams County, Allen County, Blackford County, Grant County, Huntington 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 Wells County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Wells County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wells County, IN | 0.51% | $180,000 | $918 |
| Indiana state average | 0.67% | — | $1,206* |
| Adams County | 0.75% | $173,100 | $1,295 |
| Allen County | 0.80% | $194,300 | $1,559 |
| Blackford County | 0.81% | $96,700 | $779 |
| Grant County | 0.68% | $116,000 | $790 |
| Huntington County | 0.73% | $146,400 | $1,070 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Wells County's median home value of $180,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wells County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Indiana?
At 0.51%, Wells County is lower than the Indiana state average of 0.67%. On a home at the county median of $180,000, that means about $918 per year — versus $1,206 at the state average rate, a difference of $288 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Wells County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Wells County?
For a home at the county median value of $180,000, the annual property tax in Wells County is approximately $918 — or about $77 per month. For a home worth $270,000, expect around $1,377 per year. For a $360,000 home, approximately $1,836 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Wells County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Wells County are handled by the Wells 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 Wells 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 0.51% shown here. Contact the Wells 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