Kossuth County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 4,899.
The median annual property tax in Kossuth County is $1,437, which is 33% lower than the Iowa state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $135,100. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,437
-33% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$135,100
-16% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
-21% vs State
+12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,544
$129/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,327
$111/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 | $1,437 +5.9% | 1.06% |
| 2022 | $1,357 +2.2% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,328 +10.1% | 1.18% |
| 2020 | $1,206 +7.1% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $1,126 | 1.10% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,656
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Fremont County
Tax: $1,918/yr Rate: 1.30%
Guthrie County
Tax: $2,172/yr Rate: 1.33%
Grundy County
Tax: $1,929/yr Rate: 1.07%
Jasper County
Tax: $2,518/yr Rate: 1.42%
Harrison County
Tax: $2,214/yr Rate: 1.34%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,541/yr Rate: 1.19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kossuth County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kossuth County is $1,437 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $135,100.
How does Kossuth County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kossuth County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.06% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kossuth County? ▼
In Kossuth County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,544 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,327. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kossuth County? ▼
Property taxes in Kossuth County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $65,656. 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.