50135 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 50135 (Kellogg, Iowa) pay a median of $1,788/year in property taxes on homes valued at $178,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.00%, which is 22% below the Iowa state average of 1.28%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 50135 is approximately $149, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Jasper County. This is $277 less than the Iowa average of $2,065/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Iowa, 50135 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 51238 (1.00%) and 51248 (1.00%).

In Kellogg, property taxes represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $70,192, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Iowa does not cap property tax increases at purchase or reassessment; the Jasper County Assessor will assess your property at fair market value, which may increase each year without statutory limits. Seniors age 65+, disabled persons, and veterans may qualify for county exemptions—verify eligibility and deadlines with the Jasper County Assessor. Submit exemption applications to the Jasper County Assessor before January 1 of the year you wish the exemption to take effect.