What is the property tax rate in Fort Wayne, IN?

Fort Wayne has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.86%. On a median home valued at $169,700, homeowners pay approximately $1,460 per year in property taxes.

How does Fort Wayne compare to Allen County?

Fort Wayne's effective rate of 0.86% is 9% higher than the Allen County average of 0.79%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,689, while Fort Wayne homeowners pay an estimated $1,460.

How much are property taxes in Fort Wayne on a $300,000 home?

Based on Fort Wayne's effective rate of 0.86%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,580 per year, or about $215 per month.

Fort Wayne Property Tax Rate

Allen County, Indiana

0.86%effective rate

Fort Wayne is located in Allen County, Indiana. Homeowners in Fort Wayne pay a median of $1,460 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $169,700, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.86%. This is 9% higher than the Allen County average of 0.79%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.86%

vs 0.79% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,460

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$169,700

2024 estimate

Population📍

266,235

Fort Wayne, IN

How Fort Wayne Compares

Fort Wayne

0.86%

Allen County Average

0.79%

Indiana Average

0.74%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Fort Wayne

Property taxes in Fort Wayne are collected by Allen County. Tax exemptions available to Allen County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Fort Wayne. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Allen County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,580

$215/month · Rate: 0.86%

Allen County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.