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Des Moines County

Des Moines County, Iowa

Effective Tax Rate

1.53%

Median Annual Tax

$2,097

How Des Moines County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Des Moines County$2,097
Iowa State Average$2,160
National Average$1,924

Des Moines County

1.53%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,224

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,950

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,097

Monthly Escrow

$175

Effective Rate

1.53%

vs. Iowa State Average▼ 2.9% below
vs. National Average▼ 22% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Des Moines County, Iowa?
The effective property tax rate in Des Moines County, Iowa is 1.53%. 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 Des Moines County?
The median annual property tax payment in Des Moines County is $2,097. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,224, while those without a mortgage pay $1,950.
How does Des Moines County compare to the Iowa average?
Des Moines County's effective tax rate of 1.53% is higher than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax in Des Moines County is $2,097, compared to the state average of $2,160.
What is the median home value in Des Moines County, Iowa?
The median home value in Des Moines County, Iowa is $137,000, 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

Black Hawk County(IA)

Rate1.53%
Median Tax$2,790

Monroe County(IA)

Rate1.52%
Median Tax$2,065

Davis County(IA)

Rate1.52%
Median Tax$2,217

Wright County(IA)

Rate1.54%
Median Tax$1,695
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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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