Benton County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 8,520.
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $2,627, which is 22% higher than the Iowa state average and 37% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $198,400. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,627
+22% vs State
+37% vs US
Median Home Value
$198,400
+24% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.32%
-1% vs State
+39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,758
$230/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,417
$201/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 | $2,627 +5.8% | 1.32% |
| 2022 | $2,482 +11.2% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | $2,232 +5.3% | 1.34% |
| 2020 | $2,120 +0.5% | 1.34% |
| 2019 | $2,109 | 1.34% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$84,742
per year
Monthly Tax
$219
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Marion County
Tax: $2,727/yr Rate: 1.29%
Harrison County
Tax: $2,214/yr Rate: 1.34%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,807/yr Rate: 1.37%
Pocahontas County
Tax: $1,066/yr Rate: 1.14%
Henry County
Tax: $2,394/yr Rate: 1.61%
Pottawattamie County
Tax: $2,961/yr Rate: 1.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Benton County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $2,627 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $198,400.
How does Benton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County are 37% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Benton County? ▼
In Benton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,758 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,417. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Benton County? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $84,742. 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.