TaxBy County

Shelby County

Shelby County, Iowa

Effective Tax Rate

1.26%

Median Annual Tax

$1,976

How Shelby County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Shelby County$1,976
Iowa State Average$2,160
National Average$1,924

Shelby County

1.26%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,942

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,037

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,976

Monthly Escrow

$165

Effective Rate

1.26%

vs. Iowa State Average▼ 8.5% below
vs. National Average▼ 26.5% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Shelby County, Iowa?
The effective property tax rate in Shelby County, Iowa is 1.26%. 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 Shelby County?
The median annual property tax payment in Shelby County is $1,976. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,942, while those without a mortgage pay $2,037.
How does Shelby County compare to the Iowa average?
Shelby County's effective tax rate of 1.26% is lower than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $1,976, compared to the state average of $2,160.
What is the median home value in Shelby County, Iowa?
The median home value in Shelby County, Iowa is $156,200, 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.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Adams County(IA)

Rate1.27%
Median Tax$1,479

Ringgold County(IA)

Rate1.27%
Median Tax$1,909

Dubuque County(IA)

Rate1.26%
Median Tax$2,848

Louisa County(IA)

Rate1.27%
Median Tax$1,752
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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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