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Poweshiek County

Poweshiek County, Iowa

Effective Tax Rate

1.28%

Median Annual Tax

$2,362

How Poweshiek County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Poweshiek County$2,362
Iowa State Average$2,160
National Average$1,924

Poweshiek County

1.28%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,341

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,384

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,362

Monthly Escrow

$197

Effective Rate

1.28%

vs. Iowa State Average▲ 9.4% above
vs. National Average▼ 12.2% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Poweshiek County, Iowa?
The effective property tax rate in Poweshiek County, Iowa is 1.28%. 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 Poweshiek County?
The median annual property tax payment in Poweshiek County is $2,362. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,341, while those without a mortgage pay $2,384.
How does Poweshiek County compare to the Iowa average?
Poweshiek County's effective tax rate of 1.28% is lower than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax in Poweshiek County is $2,362, compared to the state average of $2,160.
What is the median home value in Poweshiek County, Iowa?
The median home value in Poweshiek County, Iowa is $184,200, 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.

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Rate1.29%
Median Tax$1,889

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Rate1.27%
Median Tax$1,752

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Rate1.29%
Median Tax$2,727

Ringgold County(IA)

Rate1.27%
Median Tax$1,909
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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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