Humboldt County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 3,177.
The median annual property tax in Humboldt County is $1,889, which is 13% lower than the Iowa state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $146,900. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,889
-13% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$146,900
-9% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
-4% vs State
+36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,933
$161/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,807
$151/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 | $1,889 +0.3% | 1.29% |
| 2022 | $1,884 +13.2% | 1.40% |
| 2021 | $1,665 +7.4% | 1.46% |
| 2020 | $1,551 -0.9% | 1.42% |
| 2019 | $1,565 | 1.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,994
per year
Monthly Tax
$157
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Worth County
Tax: $1,530/yr Rate: 1.08%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,721/yr Rate: 1.32%
Lyon County
Tax: $1,983/yr Rate: 0.92%
Guthrie County
Tax: $2,172/yr Rate: 1.33%
Dallas County
Tax: $4,849/yr Rate: 1.45%
Clarke County
Tax: $2,335/yr Rate: 1.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Humboldt County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Humboldt County is $1,889 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $146,900.
How does Humboldt County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Humboldt County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Humboldt County? ▼
In Humboldt County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,933 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,807. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Humboldt County? ▼
Property taxes in Humboldt County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $66,994. 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.