Webster County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 10,962.
The median annual property tax in Webster County is $2,047, which is 5% lower than the Iowa state average and 6% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $138,500. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,047
-5% vs State
+6% vs US
Median Home Value
$138,500
-14% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.48%
+10% vs State
+56% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,153
$179/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,940
$162/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 | $2,047 +4.4% | 1.48% |
| 2022 | $1,961 +10.0% | 1.50% |
| 2021 | $1,782 +5.3% | 1.61% |
| 2020 | $1,693 +6.8% | 1.57% |
| 2019 | $1,585 | 1.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,054
per year
Monthly Tax
$171
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Jackson County
Tax: $2,129/yr Rate: 1.25%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,799/yr Rate: 1.32%
Poweshiek County
Tax: $2,362/yr Rate: 1.28%
Jones County
Tax: $2,381/yr Rate: 1.30%
Allamakee County
Tax: $2,103/yr Rate: 1.22%
Scott County
Tax: $3,221/yr Rate: 1.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Webster County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Webster County is $2,047 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $138,500.
How does Webster County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Webster County are 6% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Webster County? ▼
In Webster County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,153 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,940. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Webster County? ▼
Property taxes in Webster County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $68,054. 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.