Davis County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 2,663.
The median annual property tax in Davis County is $2,217, which is 3% higher than the Iowa state average and 15% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $146,000. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,217
+3% vs State
+15% vs US
Median Home Value
$146,000
-9% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.52%
+13% vs State
+60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,316
$193/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,100
$175/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 | $2,217 +2.1% | 1.52% |
| 2022 | $2,171 +2.1% | 1.55% |
| 2021 | $2,126 +9.8% | 1.71% |
| 2020 | $1,936 -1.2% | 1.64% |
| 2019 | $1,960 | 1.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,505
per year
Monthly Tax
$185
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Des Moines County
Tax: $2,097/yr Rate: 1.53%
Muscatine County
Tax: $2,667/yr Rate: 1.55%
Monona County
Tax: $1,412/yr Rate: 1.15%
Pocahontas County
Tax: $1,066/yr Rate: 1.14%
Butler County
Tax: $2,158/yr Rate: 1.38%
Ida County
Tax: $1,158/yr Rate: 1.06%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Davis County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Davis County is $2,217 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $146,000.
How does Davis County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Davis County are 15% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Davis County? ▼
In Davis County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,316 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,100. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Davis County? ▼
Property taxes in Davis County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $79,505. 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.