Howard County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 2,813.
The median annual property tax in Howard County is $1,744, which is 19% lower than the Iowa state average and 9% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.30% on a median home value of $133,900. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,744
-19% vs State
-9% vs US
Median Home Value
$133,900
-17% vs State
-37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.30%
-3% vs State
+37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,744
$145/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,743
$145/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 | $1,744 +6.6% | 1.30% |
| 2022 | $1,636 +10.0% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | $1,487 +5.1% | 1.31% |
| 2020 | $1,415 +5.8% | 1.34% |
| 2019 | $1,337 | 1.25% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,336
per year
Monthly Tax
$145
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Guthrie County
Tax: $2,172/yr Rate: 1.33%
Cass County
Tax: $1,904/yr Rate: 1.43%
Emmet County
Tax: $1,570/yr Rate: 1.48%
Tama County
Tax: $1,945/yr Rate: 1.39%
Jasper County
Tax: $2,518/yr Rate: 1.42%
Decatur County
Tax: $1,856/yr Rate: 1.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Howard County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Howard County is $1,744 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.30% on a median home value of $133,900.
How does Howard County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Howard County are 9% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.30% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Howard County? ▼
In Howard County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,744 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,743. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Howard County? ▼
Property taxes in Howard County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $67,336. 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.