Buchanan County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 6,609.
The median annual property tax in Buchanan County is $2,286, which is 6% higher than the Iowa state average and 19% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $171,400. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,286
+6% vs State
+19% vs US
Median Home Value
$171,400
+7% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.33%
-1% vs State
+40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,391
$199/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,158
$180/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 | $2,286 +0.0% | 1.33% |
| 2022 | $2,286 +3.0% | 1.38% |
| 2021 | $2,220 +4.2% | 1.51% |
| 2020 | $2,131 +0.9% | 1.49% |
| 2019 | $2,112 | 1.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,430
per year
Monthly Tax
$191
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Taylor County
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 1.21%
Cerro Gordo County
Tax: $2,305/yr Rate: 1.50%
Buena Vista County
Tax: $1,822/yr Rate: 1.24%
Linn County
Tax: $3,396/yr Rate: 1.66%
Page County
Tax: $1,721/yr Rate: 1.43%
Cass County
Tax: $1,904/yr Rate: 1.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Buchanan County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Buchanan County is $2,286 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $171,400.
How does Buchanan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Buchanan County are 19% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Buchanan County? ▼
In Buchanan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,391 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,158. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Buchanan County? ▼
Property taxes in Buchanan County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $78,430. 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.