51015 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 51015 (Climbing Hill, Iowa) pay a median of $1,192/year in property taxes on homes valued at $125,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.95%, which is 25% below the Iowa state average of 1.28%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 51015 is approximately $99, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Woodbury County. This is $873 less than the Iowa average of $2,065/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Iowa, 51015 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 51019 (0.95%) and 51466 (0.96%).

Iowa reassesses all property at market value with no statutory increase limit, and the Woodbury County Assessor will place your purchase on the rolls at its fair market value at closing. The Homestead Property Tax Credit (HPTC) provides tax relief up to $1,375 per year for homeowners earning below $32,400, directly reducing your annual property tax bill. Contact the Woodbury County Assessor to file your HPTC application within 60 days of purchase and confirm you meet all eligibility requirements.