Chickasaw County, IA Property Tax: $1,804/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Chickasaw County is 1.10% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $164,400, that works out to about $1,808 per year, or $151 per month. Chickasaw County is located in northern Iowa, and is home to approximately 11,868 residents.
About Chickasaw County
Chickasaw County covers approximately 504.3 square miles in Iowa. The county is home to about 11,868 residents living in roughly 5,545 housing units, of which 73.2% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $73,421, and the median home was built in 1965.
Chickasaw County borders Bremer County, Butler County, Fayette County, Floyd County, Howard County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Iowa
Property taxes in Iowa are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Iowa offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Chickasaw County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Chickasaw County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chickasaw County, IA | 1.10% | $164,400 | $1,808 |
| Iowa state average | 1.34% | — | $2,203* |
| Bremer County | 1.35% | $207,200 | $2,796 |
| Butler County | 1.38% | $156,500 | $2,158 |
| Fayette County | 1.32% | $130,800 | $1,721 |
| Floyd County | 1.39% | $133,300 | $1,854 |
| Howard County | 1.30% | $133,900 | $1,744 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Chickasaw County's median home value of $164,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Chickasaw County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Iowa?
At 1.10%, Chickasaw County is lower than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. On a home at the county median of $164,400, that means about $1,808 per year — versus $2,203 at the state average rate, a difference of $395 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Chickasaw County is at average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Chickasaw County?
For a home at the county median value of $164,400, the annual property tax in Chickasaw County is approximately $1,808 — or about $151 per month. For a home worth $246,600, expect around $2,713 per year. For a $328,800 home, approximately $3,617 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Chickasaw County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Chickasaw County are handled by the Chickasaw County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Chickasaw County?
Iowa counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.10% shown here. Contact the Chickasaw County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File