Hamilton County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 4,659.
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $1,807, which is 16% lower than the Iowa state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.37% on a median home value of $132,300. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,807
-16% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$132,300
-18% vs State
-37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.37%
+2% vs State
+44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,750
$146/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,859
$155/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 | $1,807 +12.2% | 1.37% |
| 2022 | $1,611 +1.1% | 1.39% |
| 2021 | $1,593 +2.3% | 1.51% |
| 2020 | $1,557 +0.0% | 1.48% |
| 2019 | $1,557 | 1.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,750
per year
Monthly Tax
$151
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Sioux County
Tax: $2,722/yr Rate: 1.16%
Palo Alto County
Tax: $1,471/yr Rate: 1.23%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,721/yr Rate: 1.32%
Dallas County
Tax: $4,849/yr Rate: 1.45%
Appanoose County
Tax: $1,501/yr Rate: 1.25%
Jones County
Tax: $2,381/yr Rate: 1.30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hamilton County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $1,807 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.37% on a median home value of $132,300.
How does Hamilton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.37% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
In Hamilton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,750 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,859. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $71,750. 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.