Jefferson County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 4,481.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,397, which is 11% higher than the Iowa state average and 25% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $161,200. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,397
+11% vs State
+25% vs US
Median Home Value
$161,200
+0% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.49%
+11% vs State
+57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,420
$202/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,378
$198/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 | $2,397 +5.5% | 1.49% |
| 2022 | $2,273 +9.5% | 1.61% |
| 2021 | $2,076 +1.5% | 1.74% |
| 2020 | $2,046 +7.1% | 1.70% |
| 2019 | $1,911 | 1.62% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,824
per year
Monthly Tax
$200
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Clay County
Tax: $2,028/yr Rate: 1.18%
Tama County
Tax: $1,945/yr Rate: 1.39%
Monroe County
Tax: $2,065/yr Rate: 1.52%
Sac County
Tax: $1,423/yr Rate: 1.03%
Lyon County
Tax: $1,983/yr Rate: 0.92%
Polk County
Tax: $4,364/yr Rate: 1.76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,397 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $161,200.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 25% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,420 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,378. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $56,824. 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.