Cherokee County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 3,726.
The median annual property tax in Cherokee County is $1,561, which is 28% lower than the Iowa state average and 19% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.08% on a median home value of $145,100. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,561
-28% vs State
-19% vs US
Median Home Value
$145,100
-10% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.08%
-19% vs State
+14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,478
$123/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,643
$137/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 | $1,561 +5.1% | 1.08% |
| 2022 | $1,485 +11.4% | 1.02% |
| 2021 | $1,333 +2.1% | 1.10% |
| 2020 | $1,305 +4.7% | 1.11% |
| 2019 | $1,247 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,478
per year
Monthly Tax
$130
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Ida County
Tax: $1,158/yr Rate: 1.06%
Guthrie County
Tax: $2,172/yr Rate: 1.33%
Webster County
Tax: $2,047/yr Rate: 1.48%
Decatur County
Tax: $1,856/yr Rate: 1.69%
Clayton County
Tax: $2,149/yr Rate: 1.38%
Harrison County
Tax: $2,214/yr Rate: 1.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cherokee County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cherokee County is $1,561 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.08% on a median home value of $145,100.
How does Cherokee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cherokee County are 19% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.08% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cherokee County? ▼
In Cherokee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,478 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,643. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cherokee County? ▼
Property taxes in Cherokee County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $64,478. 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.