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Hamilton County Property Tax Appeal — Indiana

Rob HartleyRob Hartley·Updated February 16, 2026

Hamilton County sits north of Indianapolis and is one of the fastest-growing counties in the country. It also has the highest property values of any county in Indiana, with a median home value of $437,400. As a result, property tax payments are also higher. The median annual property tax payment in Hamilton County is $3,892. The county's effective tax rate is not quite as high, however, at 0.89%. The median home price in the county is $355,800, and the tax rate is applied to this assessed value to determine the tax bill. Homeowners in Hamilton County typically face a median tax bill of $3,568. This is higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400, indicating a relatively higher tax burden for residents. Hamilton County collects the highest property tax in Indiana, levying an average of $2,274.00 (1.08% of median home value) yearly in property taxes, while Orange County has the lowest property tax in the state, collecting an average tax of $515.

Notable cities: Noblesville, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Zionsville, Anderson

Median Home

$355,800

Tax Rate

1.05%

Annual Tax

$3,568

Population

Approximately 350,000

2026 Appeal Deadline: June 15th, 2026

If the Form 11 is mailed before May 1 of the assessment year, the filing deadline is June 15 of that year. If the Form 11 is mailed after April 30 of the assessment year, the filing deadline is June 15 in the year that the tax statements are mailed

Property in Hamilton County, Indiana — local tax assessment and appeal guide

How Hamilton County Assesses Property

100%of market value

Assessed by: Hamilton County Assessor's Office

Assessment cycle: annual

Notices typically mailed: April

In Indiana, properties are assessed at 100% of their market value, which means the assessed value equals the market value. The Assessor's office uses sales from the 12-month period prior to the assessment date. If your home's market value is $355,800, at Indiana's 100% assessment ratio your assessed value would be $355,800, resulting in approximately $3,740 in annual taxes at the county's effective rate of 1.05%.

The Appeal Process

Appeals are heard by the Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals (PTABOA). Meetings usually occur on Thursdays during the months from August to May, held in the Historic Courtroom of the Historic Court House.

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Step 1: Obtain Form 53958 and file an appeal with the Hamilton County Assessor within the deadline based on when your Form 11 notice was mailed

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Step 2: Participate in the required preliminary informal meeting to exchange available information about your property value

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Step 3: If issues cannot be resolved informally, attend a hearing before the Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals (PTABOA)

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Step 4: If unsatisfied with PTABOA decision, file Form 131 petition with the Indiana Board of Tax Review within 45 days of receiving Form 115 Final Determination

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Step 5: Attend Indiana Board of Tax Review hearing, which will be scheduled within 1 year of filing Form 131

Required form: Form 53958

Filing Methods

in-person:Hamilton County Assessor's office located on the 2nd floor of the old Courthouse in Noblesville
mail:Mail completed Form 53958 to Hamilton County Assessor's Office, 33 North 9th Street, Suite 214, Noblesville, IN 46060

Evidence to Bring

AppraisalConstruction costsSales information for subject property or comparable propertiesInformation compiled according to generally accepted appraisal principles

Hamilton County Assessor Contact

Hamilton County Tax Assessor's Office

Phone: (317) 776-9617

Address: Hamilton County Historic Courthouse, 33 North 9th Street, Suite 214, Noblesville, IN 46060

Website: https://hamiltoncounty.in.gov/404/Assessors-Office

Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Tax Exemptions in Hamilton County

Standard Homestead Deduction

$45,000 (decreasing over time as supplemental deduction increases)

A residency-based benefit for individuals and married couples on their primary residence

Eligibility: Must have ownership interest in the property and occupy as primary residenceDeadline: January 15, 2026 for 2026 property taxes

Supplemental Homestead Credit

Up to $300 annually (10% of tax liability)

Additional credit valued at one-tenth of tax liability, up to a maximum of $300 annually

Eligibility: Automatically applied to qualifying parcels with Standard Homestead DeductionDeadline: Automatically calculated when you qualify for standard deduction

Senior/Disabled Exemption

Varies based on income and eligibility

Additional property tax relief for qualifying seniors and disabled individuals

Eligibility: Age 65+ or permanently disabled with income restrictionsDeadline: December 31st

Disabled Veteran Exemption

Varies based on disability rating

Property tax relief for disabled veterans

Eligibility: Veterans with service-connected disabilitiesDeadline: December 31st

Official Resources

Hamilton County Assessor's Office →

Official county assessor website with property assessment information, forms, and office locations

Indiana Board of Tax Review →

State-level appeal board for property tax disputes after county PTABOA decisions

Hamilton County Property Search →

Search for property information, tax records, and assessment details by owner, address, or parcel ID

Property Tax Deduction Forms →

Online portal to apply for homestead and other property tax deductions and credits

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to appeal my property taxes in Hamilton County?
The appeal deadline for 2026 property taxes in Hamilton County is June 15th, 2026. If the Form 11 notice is mailed before May 1, the filing deadline is June 15 of that year. However, if the Form 11 is mailed after April 30, the filing deadline is June 15 in the year that the tax statements are mailed. You must file Form 53958 with the county assessor by this deadline to preserve your appeal rights.
How do I file a property tax appeal in Hamilton County online?
Currently, Hamilton County does not offer online filing for property tax appeals. You must file an appeal form with the county assessor either in person at the Assessor's office located on the second floor of the Hamilton County Historic Courthouse in Noblesville, or by mail to 33 North 9th Street, Suite 214, Noblesville, IN 46060. You can call the Assessor's Office at(317) 776-9617 to request a property tax appeal form.
What is the homestead exemption worth in Hamilton County?
The standard homestead deduction in Hamilton County is currently $45,000, though this amount is decreasing over time as the supplemental deduction increases. Additionally, qualified applicants receive a supplemental homestead credit valued at one-tenth of their tax liability, up to a maximum of $300 annually. For example, if your annual tax liability is $2,757, your supplemental credit would be $275.70. To receive these benefits for 2026 property taxes, you must apply by January 15, 2026.
What happens at a PTABOA hearing in Hamilton County?
PTABOA meetings in Hamilton County usually occur on Thursdays during the months from August to May and are held in the Historic Courtroom of the Historic Court House. Before the hearing, you'll participate in a preliminary informal meeting to exchange available information. If new information is provided for the first time at the hearing, the county board shall continue the hearing unless waived by the receiving party. As a result of filing an appeal, the assessment may increase, decrease, or stay the same.
How much can I save by appealing my property taxes in Hamilton County?
The potential savings from a successful property tax appeal in Hamilton County depend on how much your property is overassessed. Statistics show that about 25% of homes in America are unfairly overassessed, and pay an average of $1,346 too much in property taxes every year. With Hamilton County's median home value of $355,800 and effective tax rate of 1.05%, even a modest 10% reduction in assessed value could save you approximately $374 per year. However, remember that as a result of filing an appeal, the assessment may increase, decrease, or stay the same.
What evidence do I need for a Hamilton County property tax appeal?
Examples of evidence for your appeal could include an appraisal, construction costs, sales information for the subject property or comparable properties, or any other information compiled according to generally accepted appraisal principles. The appeal requires evidence relevant to the true tax value of your property as of the assessment date. This evidence is not required at the time of filing the appeal; however, the exchange of available information is required at the preliminary informal meeting. Your appeal should detail the pertinent facts of why the assessed value is being disputed and include the parcel number, property address, property owner name, mailing address and contact information.
What sales data does Hamilton County use to determine my property assessment?
The Hamilton County Assessor's office uses sales from the 12-month period prior to the assessment date. For example, the sales information from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024 was used to determine the January 1, 2026 assessment for taxes paid in 2026. The Metro Indianapolis Board of Realtors (MIBOR) indicates Hamilton County year-over-year increases in median home value of 13.2% between January 2021 and January 2022, and Hamilton County data indicates a median home value increase of 13.5% between January 2022 and January 2023. These substantial increases in property values have led to higher assessments for many homeowners.
Can I still file an appeal if I miss the June 15 deadline in Hamilton County?
If you miss the June 15 deadline for current year assessment appeals, you can still file a limited appeal to correct certain types of specific errors covered in IC 6-1.1-15-1.1(a) and (b). This type of limited appeal must be filed not later than three years after the taxes were first due. For this type of appeal, you should complete Section III of Form 53958. However, this limited appeal option only covers specific errors and is not available for general disagreements about property value. It's always best to file within the standard June 15 deadline to preserve all your appeal rights.

For state-wide appeal information including Indiana's assessment ratio and deadlines, see our Indiana Property Tax Appeal Guide →

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Sources: https://hamiltoncounty.in.gov/405/Assessment-Appeal-Process | https://hamiltoncounty.in.gov/404/Assessors-Office | https://www.tax-rates.org/indiana/hamilton_county_property_tax | https://www.ownwell.com/trends/indiana/hamilton-county | https://smartasset.com/taxes/indiana-property-tax-calculator

Last verified: 2026-02-16