Lucas County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 2,979.
The median annual property tax in Lucas County is $1,732, which is 20% lower than the Iowa state average and 10% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $117,000. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,732
-20% vs State
-10% vs US
Median Home Value
$117,000
-27% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.48%
+10% vs State
+56% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,804
$150/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,654
$138/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 | $1,732 +2.1% | 1.48% |
| 2022 | $1,696 +2.7% | 1.53% |
| 2021 | $1,652 +3.4% | 1.73% |
| 2020 | $1,597 -7.5% | 1.70% |
| 2019 | $1,726 | 1.79% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,921
per year
Monthly Tax
$144
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
O'Brien County
Tax: $1,572/yr Rate: 0.99%
Clarke County
Tax: $2,335/yr Rate: 1.46%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,541/yr Rate: 1.19%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,397/yr Rate: 1.49%
Tama County
Tax: $1,945/yr Rate: 1.39%
Louisa County
Tax: $1,752/yr Rate: 1.27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lucas County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lucas County is $1,732 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $117,000.
How does Lucas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lucas County are 10% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lucas County? ▼
In Lucas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,804 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,654. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lucas County? ▼
Property taxes in Lucas County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $67,921. 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.