What is the property tax rate in Columbus, IN?

Columbus has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.83%. On a median home valued at $231,000, homeowners pay approximately $1,908 per year in property taxes.

How does Columbus compare to Bartholomew County?

Columbus's effective rate of 0.83% is 11% higher than the Bartholomew County average of 0.75%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,738, while Columbus homeowners pay an estimated $1,908.

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

Based on Columbus's effective rate of 0.83%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,490 per year, or about $208 per month.

Columbus Property Tax Rate

Bartholomew County, Indiana

0.83%effective rate

Columbus is located in Bartholomew County, Indiana. Homeowners in Columbus pay a median of $1,908 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $231,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.83%. This is 11% higher than the Bartholomew County average of 0.75%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.83%

vs 0.75% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,908

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$231,000

2024 estimate

Population📍

51,104

Columbus, IN

How Columbus Compares

Columbus

0.83%

Bartholomew County Average

0.75%

Indiana Average

0.74%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Columbus

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,490

$208/month · Rate: 0.83%

Bartholomew 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.