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Polk County

Polk County, Iowa

Effective Tax Rate

1.76%

Median Annual Tax

$4,364

How Polk County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Polk County$4,364
Iowa State Average$2,160
National Average$1,924

Polk County

1.76%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$4,498

per year

Without Mortgage

$4,033

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$4,364

Monthly Escrow

$364

Effective Rate

1.76%

vs. Iowa State Average▲ 102% above
vs. National Average▲ 62.2% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Polk County, Iowa?
The effective property tax rate in Polk County, Iowa is 1.76%. 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 Polk County?
The median annual property tax payment in Polk County is $4,364. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,498, while those without a mortgage pay $4,033.
How does Polk County compare to the Iowa average?
Polk County's effective tax rate of 1.76% is higher than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax in Polk County is $4,364, compared to the state average of $2,160.
What is the median home value in Polk County, Iowa?
The median home value in Polk County, Iowa is $248,400, 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

Union County(IA)

Rate1.79%
Median Tax$2,108

Montgomery County(IA)

Rate1.79%
Median Tax$1,968

Decatur County(IA)

Rate1.70%
Median Tax$1,856

Linn County(IA)

Rate1.66%
Median Tax$3,396
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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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