51062 Property Tax Rate

Westfield, Iowa · Part of Plymouth County

ACS 2019-2023 · Updated Dec 2024

Effective Tax Rate

1.46%

100.3% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$4,137

$345/mo escrow

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$4,137

Monthly

$345

Eff. Rate

1.46%

vs. Iowa Avg100.3% above
vs. National Avg53.8% above

How ZIP 51062 Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

ZIP 51062$4,137
Iowa Average$2,065
National Average$2,690

ZIP 51062

1.46%

Effective rate

Iowa Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

1.10%

Effective rate

State Ranking

Property Tax Rank in Iowa

0.22%state avg 1.28%3.65%

Higher than 75% of ZIP codes in Iowa(75th percentile, 908 ZIPs compared)

Property Tax Analysis

Property Tax Insights for ZIP 51062

Property owners in ZIP code 51062 (Westfield, Iowa) pay a median of $4,137/year in property taxes on homes valued at $284,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.46%, which is 14% above the Iowa state average of 1.28%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 51062 is approximately $345, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Plymouth County. This is $2,072 more than the Iowa average of $2,065/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Iowa, 51062 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 50532 (1.46%) and 52255 (1.46%).

Iowa reassesses property at market value annually with no statutory cap on increases, and the Plymouth County Assessor will adjust your bill as your home's assessed value changes. The Homestead Property Tax Credit (HPTC) provides tax relief up to $1,375 per year for homeowners with household income below $32,400, based on your home's value and financial situation. Apply for the HPTC with the Plymouth County Assessor within 60 days of purchase to lock in the credit for your first tax year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in ZIP code 51062?
The effective property tax rate in ZIP code 51062 (Westfield, IA) is 1.46%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax payment by the median home value within this ZIP Code Tabulation Area (ZCTA), based on U.S. Census Bureau data.
How much are property taxes in Westfield, IA (51062)?
The median annual property tax payment in ZIP code 51062 is $4,137. This figure represents the typical amount paid by homeowners in this area. Actual taxes vary based on your assessed property value and any applicable exemptions.
How does ZIP 51062 compare to the Iowa average?
ZIP code 51062's effective tax rate of 1.46% is higher than the Iowa state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in this ZIP is $4,137, compared to the state average of $2,065.
What is the median home value in ZIP 51062?
The median home value in ZIP code 51062 (Westfield, IA) is $284,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates at the ZCTA level.
What county is ZIP code 51062 in?
ZIP code 51062 is part of Plymouth County in Iowa. For broader county-level property tax data, including comparisons with other counties in Iowa, visit the Plymouth County profile on TaxByCounty.

Margin of Error

The median property tax estimate for this ZIP code has a margin of error of ±$2,591. ZCTA-level data has wider margins than county-level estimates due to smaller sample sizes.

County-Level Data

ZIP code 51062 is part of Plymouth County, Iowa. View the full county profile for broader context and more data.

View Plymouth County on TaxByCounty →
By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates (ZCTA level). ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) are Census approximations of USPS ZIP codes.

Estimates are informational only and should not be used as financial or legal advice.

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