Marion County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 10,425.
The median annual property tax in Marion County is $2,727, which is 26% higher than the Iowa state average and 42% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $211,100. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,727
+26% vs State
+42% vs US
Median Home Value
$211,100
+31% vs State
+0% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
-4% vs State
+36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,778
$232/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,625
$219/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 | $2,727 +2.6% | 1.29% |
| 2022 | $2,658 +8.7% | 1.38% |
| 2021 | $2,445 +4.7% | 1.50% |
| 2020 | $2,336 +3.5% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $2,257 | 1.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,059
per year
Monthly Tax
$227
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Greene County
Tax: $1,682/yr Rate: 1.20%
Adams County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 1.27%
Lyon County
Tax: $1,983/yr Rate: 0.92%
Palo Alto County
Tax: $1,471/yr Rate: 1.23%
Humboldt County
Tax: $1,889/yr Rate: 1.29%
Iowa County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Marion County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Marion County is $2,727 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $211,100.
How does Marion County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Marion County are 42% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Marion County? ▼
In Marion County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,778 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,625. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Marion County? ▼
Property taxes in Marion County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $78,059. 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.