Woodbury County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 27,718.
The median annual property tax in Woodbury County is $2,542, which is 18% higher than the Iowa state average and 32% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $172,000. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,542
+18% vs State
+32% vs US
Median Home Value
$172,000
+7% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.48%
+10% vs State
+56% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,643
$220/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,369
$197/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 | $2,542 +2.9% | 1.48% |
| 2022 | $2,471 +9.0% | 1.56% |
| 2021 | $2,266 +5.5% | 1.62% |
| 2020 | $2,147 +6.0% | 1.64% |
| 2019 | $2,025 | 1.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,147
per year
Monthly Tax
$212
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Guthrie County
Tax: $2,172/yr Rate: 1.33%
Clarke County
Tax: $2,335/yr Rate: 1.46%
Jasper County
Tax: $2,518/yr Rate: 1.42%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,968/yr Rate: 1.79%
Monona County
Tax: $1,412/yr Rate: 1.15%
Wapello County
Tax: $1,854/yr Rate: 1.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Woodbury County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Woodbury County is $2,542 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $172,000.
How does Woodbury County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Woodbury County are 32% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Woodbury County? ▼
In Woodbury County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,643 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,369. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Woodbury County? ▼
Property taxes in Woodbury County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $70,147. 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.