Allamakee County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 4,749.
The median annual property tax in Allamakee County is $2,103, which is 3% lower than the Iowa state average and 9% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $171,900. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,103
-3% vs State
+9% vs US
Median Home Value
$171,900
+7% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
-9% vs State
+28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,130
$178/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,078
$173/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,103 +9.2% | 1.22% |
| 2022 | $1,925 +5.3% | 1.23% |
| 2021 | $1,828 +6.9% | 1.28% |
| 2020 | $1,710 +3.0% | 1.28% |
| 2019 | $1,660 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,000
per year
Monthly Tax
$175
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Dickinson County
Tax: $2,458/yr Rate: 0.98%
Mahaska County
Tax: $1,956/yr Rate: 1.39%
Mills County
Tax: $3,334/yr Rate: 1.46%
Winnebago County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.36%
Worth County
Tax: $1,530/yr Rate: 1.08%
Adams County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 1.27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Allamakee County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Allamakee County is $2,103 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $171,900.
How does Allamakee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Allamakee County are 9% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Allamakee County? ▼
In Allamakee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,130 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,078. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Allamakee County? ▼
Property taxes in Allamakee County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $66,000. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.