What is the property tax rate in Merrillville, IN?

Merrillville has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.90%. On a median home valued at $194,000, homeowners pay approximately $1,753 per year in property taxes.

How does Merrillville compare to Lake County?

Merrillville's effective rate of 0.90% is 2% lower than the Lake County average of 0.92%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,112, while Merrillville homeowners pay an estimated $1,753.

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

Based on Merrillville's effective rate of 0.90%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,700 per year, or about $225 per month.

Merrillville Property Tax Rate

Lake County, Indiana

0.90%effective rate

Merrillville is located in Lake County, Indiana. Homeowners in Merrillville pay a median of $1,753 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $194,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.90%. This is 2% lower than the Lake County average of 0.92%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.90%

vs 0.92% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,753

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$194,000

2024 estimate

Population📍

36,343

Merrillville, IN

How Merrillville Compares

Merrillville

0.90%

Lake County Average

0.92%

Indiana Average

0.74%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Lake County

Compare property tax rates for 7 cities in Lake County, Indiana.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Gary	68,604	$936	1.10%
Hobart	29,646	$2,204	1.08%
East Chicago	26,158	$989	1.07%
Hammond	77,098	$1,485	1.05%
Crown Point	34,042	$2,535	0.93%
Merrillville	36,343	$1,753	0.90%
Schererville	29,627	$2,632	0.89%

About Property Taxes in Merrillville

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,700

$225/month · Rate: 0.90%

Lake 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.