Scott County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 50,582.
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $3,221, which is 49% higher than the Iowa state average and 67% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $212,500. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,221
+49% vs State
+67% vs US
Median Home Value
$212,500
+32% vs State
+0% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.52%
+13% vs State
+60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,273
$273/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,122
$260/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 | $3,221 +3.6% | 1.52% |
| 2022 | $3,108 +8.0% | 1.57% |
| 2021 | $2,877 +2.9% | 1.67% |
| 2020 | $2,797 +2.1% | 1.67% |
| 2019 | $2,740 | 1.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,363
per year
Monthly Tax
$268
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Pocahontas County
Tax: $1,066/yr Rate: 1.14%
Monona County
Tax: $1,412/yr Rate: 1.15%
Winneshiek County
Tax: $2,784/yr Rate: 1.16%
Wright County
Tax: $1,695/yr Rate: 1.54%
Hardin County
Tax: $1,613/yr Rate: 1.43%
Mills County
Tax: $3,334/yr Rate: 1.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Scott County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Scott County is $3,221 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $212,500.
How does Scott County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County are 67% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Scott County? ▼
In Scott County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,273 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,122. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Scott County? ▼
Property taxes in Scott County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $76,363. 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.