Lyon County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 3,704.
The median annual property tax in Lyon County is $1,983, which is 8% lower than the Iowa state average and 3% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $215,600. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,983
-8% vs State
+3% vs US
Median Home Value
$215,600
+34% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.92%
-31% vs State
-3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,078
$173/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,868
$156/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 | $1,983 +5.8% | 0.92% |
| 2022 | $1,875 +5.2% | 0.98% |
| 2021 | $1,782 +6.8% | 1.06% |
| 2020 | $1,668 +9.8% | 1.04% |
| 2019 | $1,519 | 1.03% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,881
per year
Monthly Tax
$165
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Butler County
Tax: $2,158/yr Rate: 1.38%
Lee County
Tax: $1,855/yr Rate: 1.50%
Hancock County
Tax: $1,541/yr Rate: 1.19%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 1.35%
Decatur County
Tax: $1,856/yr Rate: 1.69%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,799/yr Rate: 1.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lyon County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lyon County is $1,983 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $215,600.
How does Lyon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lyon County are 3% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.92% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lyon County? ▼
In Lyon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,078 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,868. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lyon County? ▼
Property taxes in Lyon County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $72,881. 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.