Iowa City, Iowa — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Iowa City, Iowa?
Iowa City, Iowa has a total tax burden of 15.69%, ranking #362 nationally. Property tax rate: 1.76%, state income tax: 5.155%, sales tax: 6.94%. Median household income is $54,879.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #362 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
15.69%
Rank: 362nd nationally
Property Tax Rate
1.76%
Rank: 1320th nationally
Income Tax Rate
5.155%
Iowa state rate
Sales Tax Rate
6.94%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (53%)Income (33%)Sales (15%)
Median Income: $54,879
Median Home Value: $256,600
Median Property Tax: $4,523/yr
Population: 74,878