Valparaiso Property Tax Rate
Porter County, Indiana
Valparaiso is located in Porter County, Indiana. Homeowners in Valparaiso pay a median of $2,570 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $250,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.03%. This is 24% higher than the Porter County average of 0.83%.
1.03%
vs 0.83% county avg
$2,570
Per year
$250,500
2024 estimate
34,377
Valparaiso, IN
How Valparaiso Compares
Cities in Porter County
Compare property tax rates for 2 cities in Porter County, Indiana.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Valparaiso | $2,570 | 1.03% |
| Portage | $1,719 | 0.82% |
About Property Taxes in Valparaiso
Property taxes in Valparaiso are collected by Porter County. Tax exemptions available to Porter County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Valparaiso. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Porter County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$3,090
$258/month · Rate: 1.03%
Porter County Property Taxes
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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.