This page helps with property tax payment, billing, balance checks, and payment questions in Monroe County, Indiana. It explains the main online payment path, due-date rules, fees, and when to contact the Monroe County Treasurer's Office.
The Monroe County online payment service lets residents view and pay property tax bills, use one-time payment, register for account features, or check a balance by phone.
Pay or view Monroe County property tax bills online
Monroe County offers online property tax bill payment through Invoice Cloud. No registration is required for One Time Pay, and registered users can access extended account features.
- Review your bill and confirm whether you are paying before or after a due date.
- Use Pay or View Bills for Monroe County property taxes.
- Select One Time Pay for a fast payment without registration, or register for account features.
- Keep the receipt, but note that a rejected bank payment makes the receipt void.
For county instructions before paying, review the Monroe County online property tax payment page.
Late-payment warning: payments completed after midnight on a due date are late and may incur a penalty.
Property tax due dates and processing time
Property taxes are due in two installments. Monroe County lists 2026 due dates as May 11 and November 10. The county also explains that the usual installment dates are May 10 and November 10 unless the date falls on a weekend or holiday.
Online and phone payments take time to post to the Treasurer's Office system. Allow for processing time when paying close to a deadline.
| Item | Monroe County information |
|---|---|
| 2026 spring due date | May 11, 2026 |
| 2026 fall due date | November 10, 2026 |
| Online and phone payment posting | Generally 2 to 5 business days before recording in the office system |
| Penalty display timing | Penalties may not appear online until settlement is completed, typically about 30 days after due dates |
Property tax payment options
Monroe County accepts several property tax payment methods. Some options have limits, especially for tax sale properties, demand payments, and parcels with judgments.
| Payment method | How it works |
|---|---|
| Online card or eCheck | Use the county online payment service for card or eCheck payments. |
| Phone card or eCheck | Call (844) 602-1053; phone payments have an additional surcharge. |
| Mail by check | Send payment to Monroe County Treasurer, PO Box 2028, Bloomington IN 47402. Include the A/B coupon or duplicate number. |
| Drop box by check | Use the drop box outside the north doors of the Courthouse at 100 W Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington IN 47404. Do not place cash in the drop box. |
| In person at Treasurer's Office | Pay by cash, check, or card at Monroe County Treasurer, 100 W Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington IN 47404. |
| Local banks | Available for 30 days before due dates with spring or fall remittance coupons. |
For a fuller list of accepted methods and restrictions, use the Monroe County Treasurer payment options page.
Service fees and rejected payments
Service fees apply to card and eCheck payments. Fee amounts can vary by payment page, so review the fee shown before submitting payment.
| Payment type | Fee information |
|---|---|
| Debit card | 2.75% with a minimum fee listed by the payment service |
| Credit card | 2.75% with a minimum fee listed by the payment service |
| eCheck | Listed as a flat fee on county payment pages |
| Phone payment | Additional $0.95 surcharge |
| Returned payment | A returned payment fee may be charged, up to $40 or $40.00 as stated by the Treasurer's Office |
Before submitting: check the final fee screen and confirm the total if you are paying near a due date.
Billing, balances, and tax information
Tax bills are sent once a year in April. If you do not receive a bill by the end of April, contact the Treasurer's Office before the due date to request a new bill.
For billing copies, Monroe County points users to Quick View for e-Billing registration and Quick Search for a bill copy. A copied bill may not show payments made after the original bill was created, so the county directs users to LowTaxInfo.com for up-to-date information.
For state-level tax bill search information, the Indiana Department of Local Government Finance provides a DLGF tax bill search page. If a number looks incorrect, the DLGF advises contacting the county auditor to verify accuracy.
When to contact another county office
Different property tax questions may route to different Monroe County offices. Assessment questions go to the Assessor's Office, while deduction, tax rate, or lien questions go to the Auditor's Office.
- For assessment questions, contact the Assessor's Office.
- For deduction, tax rate, or lien questions, contact the Auditor's Office.
- For stormwater questions, contact the Highway Department.
- For a parcel eligible for tax sale, with active judgments, or involving an ordinance violation, contact the Treasurer's Office directly.
Address changes, surplus refunds, and tax sale issues
To change a property tax mailing address, Monroe County requires a completed and signed change of address form. The form can be emailed to the Treasurer's Office, and the parcel number can be found through LowTaxInfo.com.
Surplus refunds are handled after both spring and fall installments are paid. Refund timing depends on whether the surplus was generated in the spring or fall payment period, and the taxpayer must provide reasonable proof of payment.
Tax sale payments have special rules. Card payments are not accepted for properties eligible for tax sale or demand, tax sale properties must be paid with certified funds, and demands must be paid through AFCS. For redemption after a tax sale, Monroe County directs users to the Auditor.
Property tax assessment basics
Monroe County real property is assessed on January 1 each year. Property taxes are paid the following year in two installments through the Treasurer's Office.
Indiana property tax bills are based on assessed value, deductions, applicable rates, and credits. The Indiana Department of Local Government Finance explains the statewide assessment and billing process in its Citizen's Guide to Property Tax.
Monroe County property tax contacts
Use these contacts for payment questions, billing help, and related property tax issues.
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Monroe County Treasurer, 100 W Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington IN 47404
Phone: (812) 349-2530
Email: treasurer@co.monroe.in.us -
Automated phone payment and balance service
Phone: (844) 602-1053 -
Monroe County Assessor's Office
Phone: (812) 349-2502 -
Monroe County Auditor's Office
Phone: (812) 349-2510 -
Monroe County Highway Department
Phone: (812) 349-2117
Common questions
Where can I pay Monroe County property taxes online?
Use the county's Invoice Cloud payment portal to view or pay bills online. One Time Pay does not require registration.
Can I check my Monroe County property tax balance by phone?
Yes. Monroe County lists an automated phone service for payments and balance checks at (844) 602-1053.
What happens if I pay after the due date?
Payments processed after midnight on the due date are late and may incur a penalty. Penalties may not display online until after settlement, so contact the Treasurer's Office to confirm the amount due.
Can I pay a tax sale property by card?
No. Monroe County states that card payments are not accepted for properties eligible for tax sale or demand. Tax sale properties must be paid with certified funds.
Who handles assessment questions?
For property assessment questions, contact the Monroe County Assessor's Office at (812) 349-2502.
Who handles deduction, tax rate, or lien questions?
Contact the Monroe County Auditor's Office at (812) 349-2510 for deduction, tax rate, or lien questions.