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Louisa County

Louisa County, Iowa

Effective Tax Rate

1.27%

Median Annual Tax

$1,752

How Louisa County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Louisa County$1,752
Iowa State Average$2,160
National Average$1,924

Louisa County

1.27%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,933

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,443

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,752

Monthly Escrow

$146

Effective Rate

1.27%

vs. Iowa State Average▼ 18.9% below
vs. National Average▼ 34.9% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Louisa County, Iowa?
The effective property tax rate in Louisa County, Iowa is 1.27%. 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 Louisa County?
The median annual property tax payment in Louisa County is $1,752. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,933, while those without a mortgage pay $1,443.
How does Louisa County compare to the Iowa average?
Louisa County's effective tax rate of 1.27% is lower than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax in Louisa County is $1,752, compared to the state average of $2,160.
What is the median home value in Louisa County, Iowa?
The median home value in Louisa County, Iowa is $137,600, 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

Ringgold County(IA)

Rate1.27%
Median Tax$1,909

Adams County(IA)

Rate1.27%
Median Tax$1,479

Shelby County(IA)

Rate1.26%
Median Tax$1,976

Poweshiek County(IA)

Rate1.28%
Median Tax$2,362
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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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