Poweshiek County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 5,507.
The median annual property tax in Poweshiek County is $2,362, which is 9% higher than the Iowa state average and 23% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $184,200. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,362
+9% vs State
+23% vs US
Median Home Value
$184,200
+15% vs State
-13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.28%
-4% vs State
+35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,341
$195/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,384
$199/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 | $2,362 +0.4% | 1.28% |
| 2022 | $2,352 +8.4% | 1.35% |
| 2021 | $2,170 +0.0% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $2,170 +7.9% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $2,012 | 1.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,837
per year
Monthly Tax
$197
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Ida County
Tax: $1,158/yr Rate: 1.06%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,968/yr Rate: 1.79%
Bremer County
Tax: $2,796/yr Rate: 1.35%
Story County
Tax: $3,586/yr Rate: 1.47%
Mills County
Tax: $3,334/yr Rate: 1.46%
Plymouth County
Tax: $2,363/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Poweshiek County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Poweshiek County is $2,362 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $184,200.
How does Poweshiek County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Poweshiek County are 23% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.28% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Poweshiek County? ▼
In Poweshiek County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,341 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,384. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Poweshiek County? ▼
Property taxes in Poweshiek County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $64,837. 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.