O'Brien County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 4,477.
The median annual property tax in O'Brien County is $1,572, which is 27% lower than the Iowa state average and 18% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $158,900. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,572
-27% vs State
-18% vs US
Median Home Value
$158,900
-1% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
-26% vs State
+4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,777
$148/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,368
$114/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 | $1,572 +5.4% | 0.99% |
| 2022 | $1,491 +4.8% | 1.05% |
| 2021 | $1,423 +1.9% | 1.16% |
| 2020 | $1,397 +2.7% | 1.20% |
| 2019 | $1,360 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,216
per year
Monthly Tax
$131
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,807/yr Rate: 1.37%
Sioux County
Tax: $2,722/yr Rate: 1.16%
Monona County
Tax: $1,412/yr Rate: 1.15%
Clay County
Tax: $2,028/yr Rate: 1.18%
Dickinson County
Tax: $2,458/yr Rate: 0.98%
Plymouth County
Tax: $2,363/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in O'Brien County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in O'Brien County is $1,572 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $158,900.
How does O'Brien County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in O'Brien County are 18% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.99% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in O'Brien County? ▼
In O'Brien County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,777 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,368. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in O'Brien County? ▼
Property taxes in O'Brien County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $68,216. 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.