47003 Property Tax Rate

West College Corner, Indiana · Part of Union County

ACS 2019-2023 · Updated Dec 2024

Effective Tax Rate

0.73%

8.7% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$1,142

$95/mo escrow

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$1,142

Monthly

$95

Eff. Rate

0.73%

vs. Indiana Avg8.7% below
vs. National Avg57.5% below

How ZIP 47003 Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

ZIP 47003$1,142
Indiana Average$1,251
National Average$2,690

ZIP 47003

0.73%

Effective rate

Indiana Avg

0.69%

Effective rate

National Avg

1.10%

Effective rate

State Ranking

Property Tax Rank in Indiana

0.18%state avg 0.69%1.57%

Higher than 62% of ZIP codes in Indiana(62th percentile, 713 ZIPs compared)

Property Tax Analysis

Property Tax Insights for ZIP 47003

Property owners in ZIP code 47003 (West College Corner, Indiana) pay a median of $1,142/year in property taxes on homes valued at $155,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.73%, which is 6% above the Indiana state average of 0.69%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 47003 is approximately $95, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Union County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Indiana, 47003 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 47639 (0.74%) and 46745 (0.73%).

In West College Corner, property taxes represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $79,205, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Indiana reassesses all properties triennially with no state-imposed cap on value increases; a major revaluation year could substantially raise your tax bill. Union County provides a Homestead Property Tax Deduction for primary residences and supplemental deductions for seniors 65+ and disabled residents. File your homestead exemption with the Union County Assessor immediately after closing to activate your deduction on the next assessment cycle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in ZIP code 47003?
The effective property tax rate in ZIP code 47003 (West College Corner, IN) is 0.73%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax payment by the median home value within this ZIP Code Tabulation Area (ZCTA), based on U.S. Census Bureau data.
How much are property taxes in West College Corner, IN (47003)?
The median annual property tax payment in ZIP code 47003 is $1,142. This figure represents the typical amount paid by homeowners in this area. Actual taxes vary based on your assessed property value and any applicable exemptions.
How does ZIP 47003 compare to the Indiana average?
ZIP code 47003's effective tax rate of 0.73% is higher than the Indiana state average of 0.69%. The median annual property tax in this ZIP is $1,142, compared to the state average of $1,251.
What is the median home value in ZIP 47003?
The median home value in ZIP code 47003 (West College Corner, IN) is $155,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates at the ZCTA level.
What county is ZIP code 47003 in?
ZIP code 47003 is part of Union County in Indiana. For broader county-level property tax data, including comparisons with other counties in Indiana, visit the Union County profile on TaxByCounty.

Margin of Error

The median property tax estimate for this ZIP code has a margin of error of ±$202. ZCTA-level data has wider margins than county-level estimates due to smaller sample sizes.

County-Level Data

ZIP code 47003 is part of Union County, Indiana. View the full county profile for broader context and more data.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates (ZCTA level). ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) are Census approximations of USPS ZIP codes.

Estimates are informational only and should not be used as financial or legal advice.

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