Shelby County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 3,776.
The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $1,976, which is 9% lower than the Iowa state average and 3% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $156,200. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,976
-9% vs State
+3% vs US
Median Home Value
$156,200
-3% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.27%
-5% vs State
+34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,942
$162/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,037
$170/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 | $1,976 +2.3% | 1.27% |
| 2022 | $1,932 +5.6% | 1.26% |
| 2021 | $1,829 +3.5% | 1.33% |
| 2020 | $1,768 +2.1% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $1,732 | 1.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,690
per year
Monthly Tax
$165
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,968/yr Rate: 1.79%
Carroll County
Tax: $1,849/yr Rate: 1.05%
Jasper County
Tax: $2,518/yr Rate: 1.42%
Mitchell County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.16%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,129/yr Rate: 1.25%
Worth County
Tax: $1,530/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Shelby County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $1,976 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $156,200.
How does Shelby County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Shelby County are 3% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.27% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Shelby County? ▼
In Shelby County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,942 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,037. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Shelby County? ▼
Property taxes in Shelby County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $67,690. 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.