Dallas County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 28,397.
The median annual property tax in Dallas County is $4,849, which is 124% higher than the Iowa state average and 152% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $333,400. Property taxes represent 4.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,849
+124% vs State
+152% vs US
Median Home Value
$333,400
+108% vs State
+58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.45%
+8% vs State
+53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,168
$431/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,016
$335/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 | $4,849 +4.0% | 1.45% |
| 2022 | $4,664 +6.5% | 1.48% |
| 2021 | $4,380 +7.5% | 1.60% |
| 2020 | $4,074 +6.9% | 1.58% |
| 2019 | $3,810 | 1.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$102,349
per year
Monthly Tax
$404
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Adams County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 1.27%
Jones County
Tax: $2,381/yr Rate: 1.30%
Louisa County
Tax: $1,752/yr Rate: 1.27%
Pottawattamie County
Tax: $2,961/yr Rate: 1.61%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,721/yr Rate: 1.32%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,968/yr Rate: 1.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dallas County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dallas County is $4,849 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $333,400.
How does Dallas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dallas County are 152% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.45% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dallas County? ▼
In Dallas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,168 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,016. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dallas County? ▼
Property taxes in Dallas County represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $102,349. 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.