Wright County, Iowa Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Iowa. Population: 3,971.
The median annual property tax in Wright County is $1,695, which is 22% lower than the Iowa state average and 12% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $109,800. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,695
-22% vs State
-12% vs US
Median Home Value
$109,800
-32% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.54%
+15% vs State
+62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,774
$148/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,584
$132/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 | $1,695 +5.7% | 1.54% |
| 2022 | $1,604 +10.9% | 1.52% |
| 2021 | $1,446 +7.1% | 1.59% |
| 2020 | $1,350 +2.2% | 1.57% |
| 2019 | $1,321 | 1.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,033
per year
Monthly Tax
$141
per month
Other Counties in Iowa
Dickinson County
Tax: $2,458/yr Rate: 0.98%
Iowa County
Tax: $2,560/yr Rate: 1.35%
Johnson County
Tax: $4,587/yr Rate: 1.56%
Chickasaw County
Tax: $1,804/yr Rate: 1.10%
Madison County
Tax: $3,681/yr Rate: 1.55%
Van Buren County
Tax: $1,427/yr Rate: 1.20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wright County, Iowa? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wright County is $1,695 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $109,800.
How does Wright County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wright County are 12% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wright County? ▼
In Wright County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,774 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,584. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wright County? ▼
Property taxes in Wright County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $64,033. 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.