52738 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 52738 (Columbus Junction, Iowa) pay a median of $1,668/year in property taxes on homes valued at $135,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.23%, which is 4% below the Iowa state average of 1.28%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 52738 is approximately $139, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Louisa County. This is $397 less than the Iowa average of $2,065/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Iowa, 52738 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 52777 (1.23%) and 52594 (1.23%).

In Columbus Junction, property taxes represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $83,953, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Iowa does not cap assessed value growth at purchase or annually — your home will be reassessed at market value upon purchase, likely raising your property tax bill well above the prior owner's amount. Louisa County offers a Homestead Exemption for primary residences and a Senior Citizen Exemption (age 65+); contact the assessor to apply. File your homestead exemption with the Louisa County Assessor within 30 days of closing to secure the exemption and lock in the benefit.