Dubuque County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 29,695.
The median annual property tax in Dubuque County is $2,848, which is 32% higher than the Iowa state average and 48% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $226,100. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,848
+32% vs State
+48% vs US
Median Home Value
$226,100
+41% vs State
+7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
-6% vs State
+33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,821
$235/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,917
$243/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 | $2,848 +1.2% | 1.26% |
| 2022 | $2,814 +6.0% | 1.34% |
| 2021 | $2,654 +3.3% | 1.44% |
| 2020 | $2,569 +2.3% | 1.47% |
| 2019 | $2,511 | 1.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,919
per year
Monthly Tax
$237
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Washington County
Tax: $2,688/yr Rate: 1.35%
Adams County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 1.27%
Guthrie County
Tax: $2,172/yr Rate: 1.33%
Warren County
Tax: $3,797/yr Rate: 1.50%
Greene County
Tax: $1,682/yr Rate: 1.20%
Boone County
Tax: $2,741/yr Rate: 1.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dubuque County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dubuque County is $2,848 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $226,100.
How does Dubuque County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dubuque County are 48% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.26% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dubuque County? ▼
In Dubuque County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,821 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,917. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dubuque County? ▼
Property taxes in Dubuque County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $75,919. 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.