Mills County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 4,503.
The median annual property tax in Mills County is $3,334, which is 54% higher than the Iowa state average and 73% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $228,700. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,334
+54% vs State
+73% vs US
Median Home Value
$228,700
+42% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.46%
+9% vs State
+54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,341
$278/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,320
$277/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 | $3,334 +5.1% | 1.46% |
| 2022 | $3,173 +12.8% | 1.41% |
| 2021 | $2,814 +6.5% | 1.48% |
| 2020 | $2,643 +2.6% | 1.48% |
| 2019 | $2,577 | 1.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$87,810
per year
Monthly Tax
$278
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Wright County
Tax: $1,695/yr Rate: 1.54%
Louisa County
Tax: $1,752/yr Rate: 1.27%
Cerro Gordo County
Tax: $2,305/yr Rate: 1.50%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,397/yr Rate: 1.49%
Osceola County
Tax: $1,302/yr Rate: 1.05%
Buchanan County
Tax: $2,286/yr Rate: 1.33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mills County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mills County is $3,334 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $228,700.
How does Mills County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mills County are 73% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mills County? ▼
In Mills County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,341 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,320. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mills County? ▼
Property taxes in Mills County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $87,810. 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.