Mitchell County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 3,580.
The median annual property tax in Mitchell County is $1,897, which is 12% lower than the Iowa state average and 1% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $164,100. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,897
-12% vs State
-1% vs US
Median Home Value
$164,100
+2% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.16%
-13% vs State
+22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,869
$156/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,959
$163/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 | $1,897 +6.3% | 1.16% |
| 2022 | $1,784 +7.6% | 1.20% |
| 2021 | $1,658 +6.2% | 1.33% |
| 2020 | $1,561 +1.6% | 1.30% |
| 2019 | $1,536 | 1.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,704
per year
Monthly Tax
$158
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Monona County
Tax: $1,412/yr Rate: 1.15%
Davis County
Tax: $2,217/yr Rate: 1.52%
Winnebago County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.36%
Webster County
Tax: $2,047/yr Rate: 1.48%
Lucas County
Tax: $1,732/yr Rate: 1.48%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mitchell County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mitchell County is $1,897 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $164,100.
How does Mitchell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mitchell County are 1% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.16% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mitchell County? ▼
In Mitchell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,869 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,959. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mitchell County? ▼
Property taxes in Mitchell County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $68,704. 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.