Winnebago County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 3,414.
The median annual property tax in Winnebago County is $1,800, which is 17% lower than the Iowa state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.36% on a median home value of $132,300. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,800
-17% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$132,300
-18% vs State
-37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.36%
+1% vs State
+43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,790
$149/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,808
$151/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 | $1,800 -1.6% | 1.36% |
| 2022 | $1,829 +12.6% | 1.50% |
| 2021 | $1,625 +11.8% | 1.56% |
| 2020 | $1,453 +3.9% | 1.51% |
| 2019 | $1,399 | 1.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,719
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Audubon County
Tax: $1,353/yr Rate: 1.23%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,976/yr Rate: 1.27%
Sac County
Tax: $1,423/yr Rate: 1.03%
Ringgold County
Tax: $1,909/yr Rate: 1.27%
Ida County
Tax: $1,158/yr Rate: 1.06%
Adams County
Tax: $1,479/yr Rate: 1.27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Winnebago County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Winnebago County is $1,800 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.36% on a median home value of $132,300.
How does Winnebago County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Winnebago County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.36% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Winnebago County? ▼
In Winnebago County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,790 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,808. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Winnebago County? ▼
Property taxes in Winnebago County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $63,719. 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.