Carroll County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 6,563.
The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $1,849, which is 14% lower than the Iowa state average and 4% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $175,700. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,849
-14% vs State
-4% vs US
Median Home Value
$175,700
+9% vs State
-17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.05%
-22% vs State
+11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,800
$150/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,914
$160/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 | $1,849 +4.6% | 1.05% |
| 2022 | $1,767 +10.0% | 1.09% |
| 2021 | $1,607 +7.2% | 1.12% |
| 2020 | $1,499 +3.5% | 1.08% |
| 2019 | $1,449 | 1.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,528
per year
Monthly Tax
$154
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Bremer County
Tax: $2,796/yr Rate: 1.35%
Adams County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 1.27%
Mitchell County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.16%
Linn County
Tax: $3,396/yr Rate: 1.66%
Johnson County
Tax: $4,587/yr Rate: 1.56%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,397/yr Rate: 1.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Carroll County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $1,849 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $175,700.
How does Carroll County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Carroll County are 4% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.05% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Carroll County? ▼
In Carroll County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,800 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,914. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Carroll County? ▼
Property taxes in Carroll County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $68,528. 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.