Audubon County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 1,930.
The median annual property tax in Audubon County is $1,353, which is 37% lower than the Iowa state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.23% on a median home value of $110,400. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,353
-37% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$110,400
-31% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.23%
-8% vs State
+29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,383
$115/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,331
$111/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 | $1,353 +10.6% | 1.23% |
| 2022 | $1,223 +5.6% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,158 +8.7% | 1.31% |
| 2020 | $1,065 +6.7% | 1.26% |
| 2019 | $998 | 1.26% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,152
per year
Monthly Tax
$113
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Buena Vista County
Tax: $1,822/yr Rate: 1.24%
Pottawattamie County
Tax: $2,961/yr Rate: 1.61%
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,561/yr Rate: 1.08%
Des Moines County
Tax: $2,097/yr Rate: 1.53%
Woodbury County
Tax: $2,542/yr Rate: 1.48%
Sac County
Tax: $1,423/yr Rate: 1.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Audubon County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Audubon County is $1,353 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.23% on a median home value of $110,400.
How does Audubon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Audubon County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.23% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Audubon County? ▼
In Audubon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,383 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,331. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Audubon County? ▼
Property taxes in Audubon County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $54,152. 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.