Greene County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 2,917.
The median annual property tax in Greene County is $1,682, which is 22% lower than the Iowa state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.20% on a median home value of $140,500. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,682
-22% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$140,500
-13% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.20%
-10% vs State
+26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,780
$148/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,577
$131/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 | $1,682 +7.0% | 1.20% |
| 2022 | $1,572 +11.6% | 1.32% |
| 2021 | $1,409 +15.5% | 1.42% |
| 2020 | $1,220 +1.5% | 1.30% |
| 2019 | $1,202 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,159
per year
Monthly Tax
$140
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Poweshiek County
Tax: $2,362/yr Rate: 1.28%
Warren County
Tax: $3,797/yr Rate: 1.50%
Adams County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 1.27%
Black Hawk County
Tax: $2,790/yr Rate: 1.53%
Worth County
Tax: $1,530/yr Rate: 1.08%
Delaware County
Tax: $2,266/yr Rate: 1.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Greene County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Greene County is $1,682 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.20% on a median home value of $140,500.
How does Greene County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Greene County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.20% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Greene County? ▼
In Greene County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,780 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,577. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Greene County? ▼
Property taxes in Greene County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $59,159. 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.