Woodbury County, IA Property Tax: $2,542/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Woodbury County is 1.48% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $172,000, that works out to about $2,546 per year, or $212 per month. Woodbury County is located in western Iowa, and is home to approximately 105,760 residents.
About Woodbury County
Woodbury County covers approximately 872.9 square miles in Iowa. The county is home to about 105,760 residents living in roughly 43,121 housing units, of which 64.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $70,147, and the median home was built in 1958.
Woodbury County borders Cherokee County, Crawford County, Ida County, Monona County, Plymouth 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 Woodbury County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Woodbury County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbury County, IA | 1.48% | $172,000 | $2,546 |
| Iowa state average | 1.34% | — | $2,305* |
| Cherokee County | 1.08% | $145,100 | $1,561 |
| Crawford County | 1.32% | $136,300 | $1,799 |
| Ida County | 1.06% | $108,800 | $1,158 |
| Monona County | 1.15% | $122,600 | $1,412 |
| Plymouth County | 1.08% | $218,600 | $2,363 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Woodbury County's median home value of $172,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Woodbury County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Iowa?
At 1.48%, Woodbury County is higher than the Iowa state average of 1.34%. On a home at the county median of $172,000, that means about $2,546 per year — versus $2,305 at the state average rate, a difference of $241 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Woodbury County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Woodbury County?
For a home at the county median value of $172,000, the annual property tax in Woodbury County is approximately $2,546 — or about $212 per month. For a home worth $258,000, expect around $3,818 per year. For a $344,000 home, approximately $5,091 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Woodbury County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Woodbury County are handled by the Woodbury 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 Woodbury 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 1.48% shown here. Contact the Woodbury 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