Hardin County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 5,139.
The median annual property tax in Hardin County is $1,613, which is 25% lower than the Iowa state average and 16% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $113,000. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,613
-25% vs State
-16% vs US
Median Home Value
$113,000
-30% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.43%
+7% vs State
+51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,629
$136/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,595
$133/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 | $1,613 +3.7% | 1.43% |
| 2022 | $1,556 +2.6% | 1.42% |
| 2021 | $1,516 +6.2% | 1.56% |
| 2020 | $1,428 +4.9% | 1.50% |
| 2019 | $1,361 | 1.44% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,906
per year
Monthly Tax
$134
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Sioux County
Tax: $2,722/yr Rate: 1.16%
Winnebago County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 1.36%
Dallas County
Tax: $4,849/yr Rate: 1.45%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,541/yr Rate: 1.19%
Taylor County
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 1.21%
Benton County
Tax: $2,627/yr Rate: 1.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hardin County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hardin County is $1,613 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $113,000.
How does Hardin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hardin County are 16% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hardin County? ▼
In Hardin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,629 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,595. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hardin County? ▼
Property taxes in Hardin County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $64,906. 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.