Boone County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 8,863.
The median annual property tax in Boone County is $2,741, which is 27% higher than the Iowa state average and 43% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $191,200. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,741
+27% vs State
+43% vs US
Median Home Value
$191,200
+19% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.43%
+7% vs State
+51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,811
$234/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,618
$218/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 | $2,741 +6.3% | 1.43% |
| 2022 | $2,578 +7.0% | 1.50% |
| 2021 | $2,410 +5.6% | 1.59% |
| 2020 | $2,282 +11.2% | 1.62% |
| 2019 | $2,052 | 1.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,741
per year
Monthly Tax
$228
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Dallas County
Tax: $4,849/yr Rate: 1.45%
Bremer County
Tax: $2,796/yr Rate: 1.35%
Jones County
Tax: $2,381/yr Rate: 1.30%
Iowa County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 1.35%
Allamakee County
Tax: $2,103/yr Rate: 1.22%
Buchanan County
Tax: $2,286/yr Rate: 1.33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Boone County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Boone County is $2,741 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $191,200.
How does Boone County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Boone County are 43% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Boone County? ▼
In Boone County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,811 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,618. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Boone County? ▼
Property taxes in Boone County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $79,741. 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.