Bremer County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 7,832.
The median annual property tax in Bremer County is $2,796, which is 29% higher than the Iowa state average and 45% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.35% on a median home value of $207,200. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,796
+29% vs State
+45% vs US
Median Home Value
$207,200
+29% vs State
-2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.35%
+1% vs State
+42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,644
$220/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,019
$252/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 | $2,796 +0.0% | 1.35% |
| 2022 | $2,795 +9.6% | 1.38% |
| 2021 | $2,551 +2.9% | 1.47% |
| 2020 | $2,480 -0.8% | 1.47% |
| 2019 | $2,501 | 1.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$83,343
per year
Monthly Tax
$233
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Sioux County
Tax: $2,722/yr Rate: 1.16%
Lucas County
Tax: $1,732/yr Rate: 1.48%
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,561/yr Rate: 1.08%
Osceola County
Tax: $1,302/yr Rate: 1.05%
Boone County
Tax: $2,741/yr Rate: 1.43%
Grundy County
Tax: $1,929/yr Rate: 1.07%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bremer County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bremer County is $2,796 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.35% on a median home value of $207,200.
How does Bremer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bremer County are 45% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.35% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bremer County? ▼
In Bremer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,644 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,019. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bremer County? ▼
Property taxes in Bremer County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $83,343. 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.