Louisa County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 3,319.
The median annual property tax in Louisa County is $1,752, which is 19% lower than the Iowa state average and 9% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $137,600. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,752
-19% vs State
-9% vs US
Median Home Value
$137,600
-14% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.27%
-5% vs State
+34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,933
$161/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,443
$120/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 | $1,752 +2.9% | 1.27% |
| 2022 | $1,703 +4.4% | 1.36% |
| 2021 | $1,632 +3.1% | 1.39% |
| 2020 | $1,583 -1.2% | 1.47% |
| 2019 | $1,603 | 1.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,223
per year
Monthly Tax
$146
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Tama County
Tax: $1,945/yr Rate: 1.39%
Sac County
Tax: $1,423/yr Rate: 1.03%
Kossuth County
Tax: $1,437/yr Rate: 1.06%
Cass County
Tax: $1,904/yr Rate: 1.43%
Polk County
Tax: $4,364/yr Rate: 1.76%
Lucas County
Tax: $1,732/yr Rate: 1.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Louisa County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Louisa County is $1,752 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $137,600.
How does Louisa County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Louisa County are 9% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.27% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Louisa County? ▼
In Louisa County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,933 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,443. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Louisa County? ▼
Property taxes in Louisa County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $80,223. 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.