52749 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 52749 (Fruitland, Iowa) pay a median of $2,581/year in property taxes on homes valued at $219,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.18%, which is 8% below the Iowa state average of 1.28%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 52749 is approximately $215, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Muscatine County. This is $516 more than the Iowa average of $2,065/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Iowa, 52749 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 50629 (1.18%) and 52166 (1.18%).

In Fruitland, property taxes represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $101,375, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Iowa does not cap assessed value growth at purchase or annually — reassessment to current market value occurs following purchase, potentially doubling your tax obligation compared to the prior owner's bill. Muscatine County offers a Homestead Exemption (primary residence) and Senior Citizen Property Tax Credit for owners 65+ with qualifying income; apply through the county assessor. File for homestead exemption with the Muscatine County Assessor within 30 days of closing to activate the exemption on your property record.