52252 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 52252 (Langworthy, Iowa) pay a median of $5,074/year in property taxes on homes valued at $139,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 3.65%, which is 186% above the Iowa state average of 1.28%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 52252 is approximately $423, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Jones County. This is $3,009 more than the Iowa average of $2,065/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Iowa, 52252 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 50101 (3.00%) and 51645 (2.58%).

Iowa reassesses all properties at fair market value every four years through the county assessor's triennial cycle, with full revaluation occurring at sale. Jones County offers a Homestead Property Tax Credit for eligible primary residence owners — contact the Jones County Assessor's office to apply based on your household income and property value. File your homestead exemption claim with the Jones County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to ensure you receive tax relief starting in the next assessment year.