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Decatur County

Decatur County, Iowa

Effective Tax Rate

1.70%

Median Annual Tax

$1,856

How Decatur County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Decatur County$1,856
Iowa State Average$2,160
National Average$1,924

Decatur County

1.70%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,914

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,759

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,856

Monthly Escrow

$155

Effective Rate

1.70%

vs. Iowa State Average▼ 14.1% below
vs. National Average▼ 31% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Decatur County, Iowa?
The effective property tax rate in Decatur County, Iowa is 1.70%. 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 Decatur County?
The median annual property tax payment in Decatur County is $1,856. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,914, while those without a mortgage pay $1,759.
How does Decatur County compare to the Iowa average?
Decatur County's effective tax rate of 1.70% is higher than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax in Decatur County is $1,856, compared to the state average of $2,160.
What is the median home value in Decatur County, Iowa?
The median home value in Decatur County, Iowa is $109,500, 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

Linn County(IA)

Rate1.66%
Median Tax$3,396

Wapello County(IA)

Rate1.64%
Median Tax$1,854

Polk County(IA)

Rate1.76%
Median Tax$4,364

Pottawattamie County(IA)

Rate1.61%
Median Tax$2,961
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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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