Clayton County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 5,672.
The median annual property tax in Clayton County is $2,149, which is 1% lower than the Iowa state average and 12% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $155,700. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,149
-1% vs State
+12% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,700
-3% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.38%
+3% vs State
+45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,205
$184/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,087
$174/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 | $2,149 +1.2% | 1.38% |
| 2022 | $2,123 +11.2% | 1.42% |
| 2021 | $1,909 +3.2% | 1.40% |
| 2020 | $1,849 +6.8% | 1.41% |
| 2019 | $1,731 | 1.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,326
per year
Monthly Tax
$179
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Lyon County
Tax: $1,983/yr Rate: 0.92%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,968/yr Rate: 1.79%
Cass County
Tax: $1,904/yr Rate: 1.43%
Van Buren County
Tax: $1,427/yr Rate: 1.20%
Dickinson County
Tax: $2,458/yr Rate: 0.98%
Greene County
Tax: $1,682/yr Rate: 1.20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clayton County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clayton County is $2,149 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $155,700.
How does Clayton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clayton County are 12% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clayton County? ▼
In Clayton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,205 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,087. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clayton County? ▼
Property taxes in Clayton County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $62,326. 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.