Van Buren County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 2,407.
The median annual property tax in Van Buren County is $1,427, which is 34% lower than the Iowa state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.20% on a median home value of $118,800. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,427
-34% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$118,800
-26% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.20%
-10% vs State
+26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,936
$161/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,156
$96/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 | $1,427 +1.9% | 1.20% |
| 2022 | $1,400 +8.5% | 1.30% |
| 2021 | $1,290 +3.3% | 1.32% |
| 2020 | $1,249 -2.3% | 1.37% |
| 2019 | $1,278 | 1.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,183
per year
Monthly Tax
$119
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Warren County
Tax: $3,797/yr Rate: 1.50%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,976/yr Rate: 1.27%
Jones County
Tax: $2,381/yr Rate: 1.30%
Iowa County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 1.35%
Lyon County
Tax: $1,983/yr Rate: 0.92%
Cedar County
Tax: $2,433/yr Rate: 1.22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Van Buren County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Van Buren County is $1,427 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.20% on a median home value of $118,800.
How does Van Buren County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Van Buren County are 26% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.20% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Van Buren County? ▼
In Van Buren County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,936 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,156. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Van Buren County? ▼
Property taxes in Van Buren County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $60,183. 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.