Delaware County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 5,911.
The median annual property tax in Delaware County is $2,266, which is 5% higher than the Iowa state average and 18% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.34% on a median home value of $168,700. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,266
+5% vs State
+18% vs US
Median Home Value
$168,700
+5% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.34%
+0% vs State
+41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,364
$197/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,116
$176/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 | $2,266 +6.1% | 1.34% |
| 2022 | $2,136 +2.7% | 1.38% |
| 2021 | $2,080 +8.8% | 1.42% |
| 2020 | $1,911 +3.1% | 1.35% |
| 2019 | $1,854 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,205
per year
Monthly Tax
$189
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Mills County
Tax: $3,334/yr Rate: 1.46%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,377/yr Rate: 1.35%
Pottawattamie County
Tax: $2,961/yr Rate: 1.61%
Butler County
Tax: $2,158/yr Rate: 1.38%
Floyd County
Tax: $1,854/yr Rate: 1.39%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,976/yr Rate: 1.27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Delaware County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Delaware County is $2,266 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.34% on a median home value of $168,700.
How does Delaware County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Delaware County are 18% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Delaware County? ▼
In Delaware County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,364 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,116. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Delaware County? ▼
Property taxes in Delaware County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $76,205. 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.