Crawford County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 4,901.
The median annual property tax in Crawford County is $1,799, which is 17% lower than the Iowa state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $136,300. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,799
-17% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,300
-15% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.32%
-1% vs State
+39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,099
$175/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,536
$128/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 | $1,799 +19.2% | 1.32% |
| 2022 | $1,509 +5.1% | 1.27% |
| 2021 | $1,436 +4.5% | 1.42% |
| 2020 | $1,374 +2.4% | 1.36% |
| 2019 | $1,342 | 1.44% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,039
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Boone County
Tax: $2,741/yr Rate: 1.43%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,377/yr Rate: 1.35%
Cedar County
Tax: $2,433/yr Rate: 1.22%
Pocahontas County
Tax: $1,066/yr Rate: 1.14%
Winnebago County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.36%
O'Brien County
Tax: $1,572/yr Rate: 0.99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Crawford County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Crawford County is $1,799 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $136,300.
How does Crawford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Crawford County are 6% below 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 Crawford County? ▼
In Crawford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,099 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,536. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Crawford County? ▼
Property taxes in Crawford County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $65,039. 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.