Ida County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 2,322.
The median annual property tax in Ida County is $1,158, which is 46% lower than the Iowa state average and 40% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $108,800. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,158
-46% vs State
-40% vs US
Median Home Value
$108,800
-32% vs State
-49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
-21% vs State
+12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,243
$104/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,026
$86/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 | $1,158 +1.0% | 1.06% |
| 2022 | $1,147 +9.3% | 1.06% |
| 2021 | $1,049 +2.5% | 1.10% |
| 2020 | $1,023 -4.2% | 1.00% |
| 2019 | $1,068 | 1.06% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,841
per year
Monthly Tax
$97
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Cerro Gordo County
Tax: $2,305/yr Rate: 1.50%
Wapello County
Tax: $1,854/yr Rate: 1.64%
Emmet County
Tax: $1,570/yr Rate: 1.48%
Benton County
Tax: $2,627/yr Rate: 1.32%
Mahaska County
Tax: $1,956/yr Rate: 1.39%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,377/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ida County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ida County is $1,158 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $108,800.
How does Ida County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ida County are 40% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.06% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ida County? ▼
In Ida County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,243 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,026. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ida County? ▼
Property taxes in Ida County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $62,841. 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.