St. Joseph County Property Tax Rate
Indiana
St. Joseph County, Indiana has an effective property tax rate of 0.86%, which is 7% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $192,800, homeowners pay approximately $1,665 per year in property taxes. St. Joseph County ranks #5 out of 92 counties in Indiana for property tax rates.
$1,665
Per year
$192,800
2024 estimate
2.49%
Median income: $66,868
#5
of 92 counties in IN
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$1,726
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$1,541
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in St. Joseph County pay on average $185 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How St. Joseph County Compares
Top Counties in Indiana
Historical Property Tax Trends
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1,276 | $134,800 | 0.95% |
| 2021 | $1,337 | $142,300 | 0.94% |
| 2022 | $1,461 | $165,700 | 0.88% |
| 2023 | $1,559 | $179,800 | 0.87% |
| 2024 | $1,665 | $192,800 | 0.86% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Indiana Property Tax Exemptions
Available to St. Joseph County homeowners
General Homestead
Standard: lesser of 60% of assessed value or $48,000; Supplemental: 35% of remaining value up to $600,000 and 25% above $600,000
Primary residence owners; Indiana resident
Over 65
Lesser of 50% of assessed value or $14,000
Homeowners age 65+ with assessed value under $240,000 and income under $40,000
Disabled Veteran
Up to $37,440 deduction; 100% disabled veterans may qualify for full exemption
Veterans with service-connected disability of 10% or more
Tax Cap
1% for homesteads, 2% for other residential, 3% for commercial/industrial
Applies automatically to all properties
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,580
$215/month · Rate: 0.86%
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Explore property tax data for 3 cities in St. Joseph County, Indiana.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| South Bend | $1,235 | 0.99% |
| Mishawaka | $1,375 | 0.98% |
| Granger | $2,600 | 0.86% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.