Wapello County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 9,501.
The median annual property tax in Wapello County is $1,854, which is 14% lower than the Iowa state average and 4% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $112,900. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,854
-14% vs State
-4% vs US
Median Home Value
$112,900
-30% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.64%
+22% vs State
+73% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,932
$161/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,762
$147/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 | $1,854 +0.9% | 1.64% |
| 2022 | $1,837 +8.4% | 1.74% |
| 2021 | $1,695 +5.8% | 1.89% |
| 2020 | $1,602 +3.5% | 1.83% |
| 2019 | $1,548 | 1.89% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,034
per year
Monthly Tax
$155
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Warren County
Tax: $3,797/yr Rate: 1.50%
Adams County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 1.27%
Louisa County
Tax: $1,752/yr Rate: 1.27%
Clay County
Tax: $2,028/yr Rate: 1.18%
Woodbury County
Tax: $2,542/yr Rate: 1.48%
Cerro Gordo County
Tax: $2,305/yr Rate: 1.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wapello County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wapello County is $1,854 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $112,900.
How does Wapello County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wapello County are 4% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wapello County? ▼
In Wapello County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,932 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,762. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wapello County? ▼
Property taxes in Wapello County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $60,034. 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.