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Monroe County

Monroe County, Iowa

Effective Tax Rate

1.52%

Median Annual Tax

$2,065

How Monroe County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Monroe County$2,065
Iowa State Average$2,160
National Average$1,924

Monroe County

1.52%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,063

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,067

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,065

Monthly Escrow

$172

Effective Rate

1.52%

vs. Iowa State Average▼ 4.4% below
vs. National Average▼ 23.2% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Monroe County, Iowa?
The effective property tax rate in Monroe County, Iowa is 1.52%. 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 Monroe County?
The median annual property tax payment in Monroe County is $2,065. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,063, while those without a mortgage pay $2,067.
How does Monroe County compare to the Iowa average?
Monroe County's effective tax rate of 1.52% is higher than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $2,065, compared to the state average of $2,160.
What is the median home value in Monroe County, Iowa?
The median home value in Monroe County, Iowa is $135,900, 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

Davis County(IA)

Rate1.52%
Median Tax$2,217

Scott County(IA)

Rate1.52%
Median Tax$3,221

Marshall County(IA)

Rate1.51%
Median Tax$2,030

Black Hawk County(IA)

Rate1.53%
Median Tax$2,790
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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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