Guthrie County Property Taxes

Guthrie County, Iowa

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

0.6% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$181/mo escrow

#47 of 99 counties in Iowa

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.33%

vs. Iowa Avg0.6% above
vs. National Avg19.3% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$163,900

State avg $160,608

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,327

$194/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,976

$165/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#47

of 99 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Guthrie County, Iowa

Guthrie's taxes slightly below national

Guthrie County's effective rate of 1.325% sits slightly below the national median of 1.57%, placing it around the 38th percentile. The median tax of $2,172 remains 19% below the national median of $2,690.

Above average for Iowa

Guthrie County ranks 61st among Iowa's 99 counties with a 1.325% effective rate slightly below the state average of 1.344%. Its median tax of $2,172 is just $12 below the state median—the closest in this analysis.

Mid-range among regional peers

Guthrie County's rate places it between Fayette County (1.316%) and Hamilton County (1.366%), making it moderate for the region. It falls above more favorable neighbors like Greene County (1.197%) and Grundy County (1.069%).

Annual tax on $163,900 home

Guthrie County's median home value of $163,900 generates an annual tax of $2,172—the highest among these eight counties. With a mortgage, homeowners pay $2,327; without, $1,976.

Appeal if assessment seems high

Guthrie County homeowners with higher tax bills should especially verify their assessments against recent comparable sales. A free appeal could save hundreds if your home is overvalued.

How Guthrie County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Guthrie County$2,172
Iowa State Average$2,160
National Average$1,924

Guthrie County

1.33%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Guthrie County, Iowa?
The effective property tax rate in Guthrie County, Iowa is 1.33%. 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 Guthrie County?
The median annual property tax payment in Guthrie County is $2,172. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,327, while those without a mortgage pay $1,976.
How does Guthrie County compare to the Iowa average?
Guthrie County's effective tax rate of 1.33% is lower than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax in Guthrie County is $2,172, compared to the state average of $2,160.
What is the median home value in Guthrie County, Iowa?
The median home value in Guthrie County, Iowa is $163,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Guthrie County a low property tax area in Iowa?
Yes — Guthrie County's effective property tax rate of 1.33% is below the Iowa average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax of $2,172 is also comparable to the state average of $2,160, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Guthrie County rank for property taxes in Iowa?
Guthrie County ranks #47 out of 99 counties in Iowa by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.33% and median annual tax of $2,172, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

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.