Muscatine County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 12,854.
The median annual property tax in Muscatine County is $2,667, which is 23% higher than the Iowa state average and 39% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.55% on a median home value of $172,400. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,667
+23% vs State
+39% vs US
Median Home Value
$172,400
+7% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.55%
+16% vs State
+63% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,779
$232/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,493
$208/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 | $2,667 +2.3% | 1.55% |
| 2022 | $2,608 +6.8% | 1.64% |
| 2021 | $2,442 +4.0% | 1.69% |
| 2020 | $2,348 +5.0% | 1.73% |
| 2019 | $2,236 | 1.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,512
per year
Monthly Tax
$222
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Dickinson County
Tax: $2,458/yr Rate: 0.98%
Mahaska County
Tax: $1,956/yr Rate: 1.39%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,721/yr Rate: 1.32%
Hardin County
Tax: $1,613/yr Rate: 1.43%
Delaware County
Tax: $2,266/yr Rate: 1.34%
Dallas County
Tax: $4,849/yr Rate: 1.45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Muscatine County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Muscatine County is $2,667 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.55% on a median home value of $172,400.
How does Muscatine County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Muscatine County are 39% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Muscatine County? ▼
In Muscatine County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,779 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,493. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Muscatine County? ▼
Property taxes in Muscatine County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $69,512. 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.