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Boone County

Boone County, Iowa

Effective Tax Rate

1.43%

Median Annual Tax

$2,741

How Boone County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Boone County$2,741
Iowa State Average$2,160
National Average$1,924

Boone County

1.43%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,811

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,618

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,741

Monthly Escrow

$228

Effective Rate

1.43%

vs. Iowa State Average▲ 26.9% above
vs. National Average▲ 1.9% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Boone County, Iowa?
The effective property tax rate in Boone County, Iowa is 1.43%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Boone County?
The median annual property tax payment in Boone County is $2,741. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,811, while those without a mortgage pay $2,618.
How does Boone County compare to the Iowa average?
Boone County's effective tax rate of 1.43% is higher than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax in Boone County is $2,741, compared to the state average of $2,160.
What is the median home value in Boone County, Iowa?
The median home value in Boone County, Iowa is $191,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Iowa?
Property taxes in Iowa are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Page County(IA)

Rate1.43%
Median Tax$1,721

Cass County(IA)

Rate1.43%
Median Tax$1,904

Hardin County(IA)

Rate1.43%
Median Tax$1,613

Jasper County(IA)

Rate1.42%
Median Tax$2,518
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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