Linn County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 69,685.
The median annual property tax in Linn County is $3,396, which is 57% higher than the Iowa state average and 77% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.66% on a median home value of $204,400. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,396
+57% vs State
+77% vs US
Median Home Value
$204,400
+27% vs State
-3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.66%
+24% vs State
+75% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,446
$287/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,307
$276/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 | $3,396 +4.1% | 1.66% |
| 2022 | $3,262 +8.8% | 1.73% |
| 2021 | $2,998 +3.8% | 1.80% |
| 2020 | $2,888 +2.3% | 1.79% |
| 2019 | $2,822 | 1.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,421
per year
Monthly Tax
$283
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Jones County
Tax: $2,381/yr Rate: 1.30%
O'Brien County
Tax: $1,572/yr Rate: 0.99%
Emmet County
Tax: $1,570/yr Rate: 1.48%
Delaware County
Tax: $2,266/yr Rate: 1.34%
Tama County
Tax: $1,945/yr Rate: 1.39%
Lucas County
Tax: $1,732/yr Rate: 1.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Linn County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Linn County is $3,396 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.66% on a median home value of $204,400.
How does Linn County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Linn County are 77% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Linn County? ▼
In Linn County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,446 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,307. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Linn County? ▼
Property taxes in Linn County represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $76,421. 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.