Harrison County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 4,618.
The median annual property tax in Harrison County is $2,214, which is 3% higher than the Iowa state average and 15% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.34% on a median home value of $165,300. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,214
+3% vs State
+15% vs US
Median Home Value
$165,300
+3% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.34%
+0% vs State
+41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,286
$191/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 | $2,214 +5.7% | 1.34% |
| 2022 | $2,095 +15.8% | 1.38% |
| 2021 | $1,809 +6.9% | 1.42% |
| 2020 | $1,693 +5.7% | 1.37% |
| 2019 | $1,601 | 1.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,027
per year
Monthly Tax
$185
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Marshall County
Tax: $2,030/yr Rate: 1.51%
Marion County
Tax: $2,727/yr Rate: 1.29%
Union County
Tax: $2,108/yr Rate: 1.79%
Davis County
Tax: $2,217/yr Rate: 1.52%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 1.35%
Iowa County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Harrison County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Harrison County is $2,214 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.34% on a median home value of $165,300.
How does Harrison County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Harrison County are 15% 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 Harrison County? ▼
In Harrison County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,286 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 Harrison County? ▼
Property taxes in Harrison County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $77,027. 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.