Tama County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 5,146.
The median annual property tax in Tama County is $1,945, which is 10% lower than the Iowa state average and 1% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.39% on a median home value of $139,900. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,945
-10% vs State
+1% vs US
Median Home Value
$139,900
-13% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.39%
+4% vs State
+46% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,975
$165/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,896
$158/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 | $1,945 +1.2% | 1.39% |
| 2022 | $1,921 +9.0% | 1.48% |
| 2021 | $1,762 +4.5% | 1.50% |
| 2020 | $1,686 +4.3% | 1.47% |
| 2019 | $1,616 | 1.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,955
per year
Monthly Tax
$162
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Hancock County
Tax: $1,541/yr Rate: 1.19%
Sac County
Tax: $1,423/yr Rate: 1.03%
Mills County
Tax: $3,334/yr Rate: 1.46%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,799/yr Rate: 1.32%
Jones County
Tax: $2,381/yr Rate: 1.30%
Chickasaw County
Tax: $1,804/yr Rate: 1.10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tama County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tama County is $1,945 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.39% on a median home value of $139,900.
How does Tama County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tama County are 1% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tama County? ▼
In Tama County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,975 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,896. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tama County? ▼
Property taxes in Tama County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $67,955. 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.