Keokuk County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 3,206.
The median annual property tax in Keokuk County is $1,491, which is 31% lower than the Iowa state average and 22% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $112,200. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,491
-31% vs State
-22% vs US
Median Home Value
$112,200
-30% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.33%
-1% vs State
+40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,550
$129/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,423
$119/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 | $1,491 +4.0% | 1.33% |
| 2022 | $1,433 +2.4% | 1.36% |
| 2021 | $1,399 +0.1% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $1,397 +0.5% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $1,390 | 1.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,856
per year
Monthly Tax
$124
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Washington County
Tax: $2,688/yr Rate: 1.35%
Iowa County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 1.35%
Davis County
Tax: $2,217/yr Rate: 1.52%
Clayton County
Tax: $2,149/yr Rate: 1.38%
Clay County
Tax: $2,028/yr Rate: 1.18%
Adams County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 1.27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Keokuk County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Keokuk County is $1,491 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $112,200.
How does Keokuk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Keokuk County are 22% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Keokuk County? ▼
In Keokuk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,550 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,423. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Keokuk County? ▼
Property taxes in Keokuk County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $60,856. 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.