Emmet County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 3,049.
The median annual property tax in Emmet County is $1,570, which is 27% lower than the Iowa state average and 18% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $106,200. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,570
-27% vs State
-18% vs US
Median Home Value
$106,200
-34% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.48%
+10% vs State
+56% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,652
$138/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,453
$121/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 | $1,570 +4.9% | 1.48% |
| 2022 | $1,497 +1.4% | 1.46% |
| 2021 | $1,477 +2.4% | 1.62% |
| 2020 | $1,442 +1.8% | 1.60% |
| 2019 | $1,416 | 1.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,181
per year
Monthly Tax
$131
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Calhoun County
Tax: $1,506/yr Rate: 1.32%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,799/yr Rate: 1.32%
Poweshiek County
Tax: $2,362/yr Rate: 1.28%
Woodbury County
Tax: $2,542/yr Rate: 1.48%
Buena Vista County
Tax: $1,822/yr Rate: 1.24%
Wayne County
Tax: $1,377/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Emmet County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Emmet County is $1,570 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $106,200.
How does Emmet County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Emmet County are 18% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Emmet County? ▼
In Emmet County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,652 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,453. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Emmet County? ▼
Property taxes in Emmet County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $65,181. 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.