Adams County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 1,174.
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $1,479, which is 32% lower than the Iowa state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $116,900. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,479
-32% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$116,900
-27% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.27%
-5% vs State
+34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,483
$124/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,474
$123/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 | $1,479 +5.2% | 1.27% |
| 2022 | $1,406 +7.4% | 1.29% |
| 2021 | $1,309 +8.5% | 1.47% |
| 2020 | $1,207 -1.8% | 1.48% |
| 2019 | $1,229 | 1.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,828
per year
Monthly Tax
$123
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Story County
Tax: $3,586/yr Rate: 1.47%
Worth County
Tax: $1,530/yr Rate: 1.08%
Sac County
Tax: $1,423/yr Rate: 1.03%
Emmet County
Tax: $1,570/yr Rate: 1.48%
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,561/yr Rate: 1.08%
Floyd County
Tax: $1,854/yr Rate: 1.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Adams County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Adams County is $1,479 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $116,900.
How does Adams County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County are 23% below 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 Adams County? ▼
In Adams County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,483 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,474. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Adams County? ▼
Property taxes in Adams County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $68,828. 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.