Chickasaw County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 4,058.
The median annual property tax in Chickasaw County is $1,804, which is 16% lower than the Iowa state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $164,400. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,804
-16% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$164,400
+2% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.10%
-18% vs State
+16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,839
$153/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,750
$146/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 | $1,804 +4.7% | 1.10% |
| 2022 | $1,723 +8.8% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,583 +7.3% | 1.19% |
| 2020 | $1,475 +3.4% | 1.21% |
| 2019 | $1,426 | 1.20% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,421
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Lucas County
Tax: $1,732/yr Rate: 1.48%
Greene County
Tax: $1,682/yr Rate: 1.20%
Henry County
Tax: $2,394/yr Rate: 1.61%
Scott County
Tax: $3,221/yr Rate: 1.52%
Black Hawk County
Tax: $2,790/yr Rate: 1.53%
Plymouth County
Tax: $2,363/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chickasaw County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chickasaw County is $1,804 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $164,400.
How does Chickasaw County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chickasaw County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.10% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chickasaw County? ▼
In Chickasaw County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,839 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,750. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chickasaw County? ▼
Property taxes in Chickasaw County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $73,421. 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.