Des Moines, Iowa — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Des Moines, Iowa?
Des Moines, Iowa has a total tax burden of 12.86%, ranking #1557 nationally. Property tax rate: 1.96%, state income tax: 5.220%, sales tax: 6.94%. Median household income is $62,378.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #1557 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
12.86%
Rank: 1557th nationally
Property Tax Rate
1.96%
Rank: 938th nationally
Income Tax Rate
5.220%
Iowa state rate
Sales Tax Rate
6.94%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (42%)Income (41%)Sales (18%)
Median Income: $62,378
Median Home Value: $170,700
Median Property Tax: $3,338/yr
Population: 213,164