Taylor County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 1,921.
The median annual property tax in Taylor County is $1,329, which is 38% lower than the Iowa state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $109,700. Property taxes represent 2.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,329
-38% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$109,700
-32% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.21%
-10% vs State
+27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,387
$116/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,250
$104/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 | $1,329 +0.3% | 1.21% |
| 2022 | $1,325 +7.2% | 1.27% |
| 2021 | $1,236 +9.0% | 1.39% |
| 2020 | $1,134 +0.3% | 1.35% |
| 2019 | $1,131 | 1.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,279
per year
Monthly Tax
$111
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Mills County
Tax: $3,334/yr Rate: 1.46%
Grundy County
Tax: $1,929/yr Rate: 1.07%
Dubuque County
Tax: $2,848/yr Rate: 1.26%
Lucas County
Tax: $1,732/yr Rate: 1.48%
Cass County
Tax: $1,904/yr Rate: 1.43%
Washington County
Tax: $2,688/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Taylor County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Taylor County is $1,329 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $109,700.
How does Taylor County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Taylor County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.21% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Taylor County? ▼
In Taylor County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,387 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,250. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Taylor County? ▼
Property taxes in Taylor County represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $67,279. 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.