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Van Buren County

Van Buren County, Iowa

Effective Tax Rate

1.20%

Median Annual Tax

$1,427

How Van Buren County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Van Buren County$1,427
Iowa State Average$2,160
National Average$1,924

Van Buren County

1.20%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.34%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,936

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,156

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,427

Monthly Escrow

$119

Effective Rate

1.20%

vs. Iowa State Average▼ 33.9% below
vs. National Average▼ 47% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Van Buren County, Iowa?
The effective property tax rate in Van Buren County, Iowa is 1.20%. 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 Van Buren County?
The median annual property tax payment in Van Buren County is $1,427. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,936, while those without a mortgage pay $1,156.
How does Van Buren County compare to the Iowa average?
Van Buren County's effective tax rate of 1.20% is lower than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. The median annual property tax in Van Buren County is $1,427, compared to the state average of $2,160.
What is the median home value in Van Buren County, Iowa?
The median home value in Van Buren County, Iowa is $118,800, 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

Greene County(IA)

Rate1.20%
Median Tax$1,682

Hancock County(IA)

Rate1.19%
Median Tax$1,541

Taylor County(IA)

Rate1.21%
Median Tax$1,329

Cedar County(IA)

Rate1.22%
Median Tax$2,433
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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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