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Iowa Property Tax Calculator (2026)

Updated June 2026 · By the NumberBench editorial team · How we calculate

Estimate property tax in Iowa. Enter a home value and we apply Iowa’s average effective property tax rate of about 1.52%. Actual bills vary by county and assessment — edit the rate for your area.

Iowa’s effective property tax rate averages about 1.52% of a home’s value (statewide average); your county or city rate may differ.
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Iowa property tax

Iowa’s average effective property tax rate is about 1.52% of a home’s value per year. Counties and municipalities set their own rates and assessments, so your actual bill can be higher or lower. Use your county assessor’s rate for precision — the figures here are statewide averages that change over time.

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How it’s calculated

Annual property tax = home value × effective property tax rate. The monthly figure divides that by 12. This page uses Iowa’s statewide average effective rate by default — replace it with your county or city rate for a closer estimate.

Effective rates are statewide averages (statewide average) and vary widely by county and municipality. Check your local assessor for an exact figure. Estimate only.

Results update as you type and are estimates, not professional advice — verify important decisions with a qualified professional.

Worked example

A $350,000 home in Iowa owes about $5,320 per year (about $443 per month) at the 1.52% average effective rate.

Common mistakes

  • Using the state average instead of your county rate and assessment.
  • Forgetting exemptions like homestead that lower the taxable value.

Where it is used

  • Estimating the property tax line in a Iowa home-purchase budget.
  • Comparing property taxes across states before relocating.

Frequently asked questions

What is the property tax rate in Iowa?

Iowa’s average effective property tax rate is about 1.52% of assessed home value, but it varies by county.

How is property tax calculated?

Multiply your home’s assessed value by the effective tax rate. A 1.52% rate on a $350,000 home is about $5,320/yr.

Why is my bill different?

Effective rates are state averages. Your county’s millage, assessment ratio, and exemptions (like homestead) change the actual amount.