Jackson County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 6,523.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $2,129, which is 1% lower than the Iowa state average and 11% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $170,000. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,129
-1% vs State
+11% vs US
Median Home Value
$170,000
+6% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
-7% vs State
+32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,249
$187/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,981
$165/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 | $2,129 +8.7% | 1.25% |
| 2022 | $1,958 +9.5% | 1.21% |
| 2021 | $1,788 +5.7% | 1.29% |
| 2020 | $1,691 -4.0% | 1.33% |
| 2019 | $1,762 | 1.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,605
per year
Monthly Tax
$177
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Cedar County
Tax: $2,433/yr Rate: 1.22%
Ringgold County
Tax: $1,909/yr Rate: 1.27%
Boone County
Tax: $2,741/yr Rate: 1.43%
Plymouth County
Tax: $2,363/yr Rate: 1.08%
Muscatine County
Tax: $2,667/yr Rate: 1.55%
Pocahontas County
Tax: $1,066/yr Rate: 1.14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $2,129 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $170,000.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 11% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,249 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,981. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $71,605. 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.