Fremont County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 2,229.
The median annual property tax in Fremont County is $1,918, which is 11% lower than the Iowa state average and 0% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.30% on a median home value of $147,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,918
-11% vs State
+0% vs US
Median Home Value
$147,500
-8% vs State
-30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.30%
-3% vs State
+37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,074
$173/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,755
$146/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 | $1,918 +5.8% | 1.30% |
| 2022 | $1,813 +7.9% | 1.29% |
| 2021 | $1,680 +5.0% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $1,600 +2.2% | 1.41% |
| 2019 | $1,565 | 1.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,750
per year
Monthly Tax
$160
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Cerro Gordo County
Tax: $2,305/yr Rate: 1.50%
Cass County
Tax: $1,904/yr Rate: 1.43%
Plymouth County
Tax: $2,363/yr Rate: 1.08%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,721/yr Rate: 1.32%
Johnson County
Tax: $4,587/yr Rate: 1.56%
Lee County
Tax: $1,855/yr Rate: 1.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fremont County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fremont County is $1,918 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.30% on a median home value of $147,500.
How does Fremont County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fremont County are 0% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.30% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fremont County? ▼
In Fremont County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,074 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,755. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fremont County? ▼
Property taxes in Fremont County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $73,750. 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.