46711 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 46711 (Berne, Indiana) pay a median of $1,359/year in property taxes on homes valued at $180,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.75%, which is 9% above the Indiana state average of 0.69%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 46711 is approximately $113, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Adams County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Indiana, 46711 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 46131 (0.76%) and 47542 (0.75%).

In Berne, property taxes represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $59,817, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Indiana reassesses property at sale to current market value, resetting your tax base to the purchase price. Adams County offers a Homestead Standard Deduction ($45,000 off assessed value for primary residences) — file with the Adams County Assessor within 60 days of closing. Contact the Adams County Assessor to confirm your exemption was filed and to note the appeal deadline if you need to challenge the assessment.