Amount Explanations
Why is my Tax Bill so high?
The total residential tax liability in Indiana is expected to rise 15%, according to a new analysis by Policy Analytics LLC for the Association of Indiana Counties. The Association of Indiana Counties reports that Indiana households will pay on average an extra $228 towards property taxes this year compared to last.
Click here to view the dashboard created by Policy Analytics LLC
Monroe County specific information can be found on this dashboard. Use the drop down box to select Monroe County.
There are multiple factors that affect property taxes, and many of these can change from year to year. These factors include (but are not limited to) assessed value, deductions, tax rates, and other assessments, which include stormwater fees and liens filed against the property. Details regarding these factors are shown on the TS-1A statement that was mailed with the property tax bill. This statement has the words "SPECIAL MESSAGE TO PROPERTY OWNER" at the top and also shows differences between the current and previous year.
To learn why taxes will increase this year, check out this article: Stress test for the assessment and taxation system
What is the SPECIAL line on Table 3?
If you are in Benton Township, Bloomington Township, Clear Creek Township, Indian Creek Township, Perry Township, Van Buren Township, or Washington Township, this SPECIAL distribution includes Monroe Fire Protection District.
- For Monroe Fire Protection District questions, contact the Monroe Fire Protection District at 812-331-1906
- For Assessment questions, contact the Assessor's Office at 812-349-2502.
- For Deduction, Tax Rate, or Lien questions, contact the Auditor's Office at 812-349-2510.
- For Stormwater questions, contact the Highway Department at 812-349-2117.
