Pocahontas County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 2,424.
The median annual property tax in Pocahontas County is $1,066, which is 51% lower than the Iowa state average and 45% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.14% on a median home value of $93,300. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,066
-51% vs State
-45% vs US
Median Home Value
$93,300
-42% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.14%
-15% vs State
+20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,260
$105/mo
Without Mortgage
$916
$76/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 | $1,066 +1.1% | 1.14% |
| 2022 | $1,054 +8.8% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | $969 +3.4% | 1.15% |
| 2020 | $937 +7.2% | 1.14% |
| 2019 | $874 | 1.15% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,423
per year
Monthly Tax
$89
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Dubuque County
Tax: $2,848/yr Rate: 1.26%
Plymouth County
Tax: $2,363/yr Rate: 1.08%
Tama County
Tax: $1,945/yr Rate: 1.39%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,721/yr Rate: 1.32%
Henry County
Tax: $2,394/yr Rate: 1.61%
Mahaska County
Tax: $1,956/yr Rate: 1.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pocahontas County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pocahontas County is $1,066 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.14% on a median home value of $93,300.
How does Pocahontas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pocahontas County are 45% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.14% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pocahontas County? ▼
In Pocahontas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,260 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $916. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pocahontas County? ▼
Property taxes in Pocahontas County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $63,423. 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.