Butler County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 4,710.
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $2,158, which is 0% higher than the Iowa state average and 12% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $156,500. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,158
+0% vs State
+12% vs US
Median Home Value
$156,500
-3% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.38%
+3% vs State
+45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,205
$184/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,086
$174/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 | $2,158 +7.1% | 1.38% |
| 2022 | $2,015 +7.7% | 1.38% |
| 2021 | $1,871 +3.3% | 1.47% |
| 2020 | $1,812 +4.4% | 1.51% |
| 2019 | $1,735 | 1.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,651
per year
Monthly Tax
$180
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Winnebago County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.36%
Linn County
Tax: $3,396/yr Rate: 1.66%
Warren County
Tax: $3,797/yr Rate: 1.50%
Hardin County
Tax: $1,613/yr Rate: 1.43%
Dubuque County
Tax: $2,848/yr Rate: 1.26%
Appanoose County
Tax: $1,501/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Butler County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Butler County is $2,158 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $156,500.
How does Butler County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County are 12% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Butler County? ▼
In Butler County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,205 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,086. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Butler County? ▼
Property taxes in Butler County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $69,651. 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.