Iowa County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 5,211.
The median annual property tax in Iowa County is $2,560, which is 19% higher than the Iowa state average and 33% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.35% on a median home value of $189,800. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,560
+19% vs State
+33% vs US
Median Home Value
$189,800
+18% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.35%
+1% vs State
+42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,648
$221/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,454
$205/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 | $2,560 +6.6% | 1.35% |
| 2022 | $2,402 +9.6% | 1.37% |
| 2021 | $2,192 +8.8% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $2,015 +2.6% | 1.29% |
| 2019 | $1,963 | 1.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,185
per year
Monthly Tax
$213
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Decatur County
Tax: $1,856/yr Rate: 1.69%
Ringgold County
Tax: $1,909/yr Rate: 1.27%
O'Brien County
Tax: $1,572/yr Rate: 0.99%
Black Hawk County
Tax: $2,790/yr Rate: 1.53%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,976/yr Rate: 1.27%
Louisa County
Tax: $1,752/yr Rate: 1.27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Iowa County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Iowa County is $2,560 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.35% on a median home value of $189,800.
How does Iowa County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Iowa County are 33% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.35% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Iowa County? ▼
In Iowa County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,648 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,454. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Iowa County? ▼
Property taxes in Iowa County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $72,185. 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.