52530 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 52530 (Agency, Iowa) pay a median of $1,923/year in property taxes on homes valued at $176,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.09%, which is 15% below the Iowa state average of 1.28%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 52530 is approximately $160, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Wapello County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Iowa, 52530 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 50594 (1.09%) and 51006 (1.09%).

In Agency, property taxes represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $84,063, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Iowa does not cap assessed value growth at purchase or annually — expect reassessment to market value following your purchase, raising your annual tax liability compared to the previous owner's bill. Wapello County offers a Homestead Exemption (primary residence) and Senior Citizen Property Tax Credit for owners 65+ earning below threshold; apply through the county assessor. File your homestead exemption claim with the Wapello County Assessor within 30 days of closing to lock in the exemption for future years.