Mahaska County, IA Property Taxes (2026)

Mahaska County owners pay a median of $1,956 a year on a median home value of $140,900, an effective rate of 1.39%. That's the 38th-highest rate of 99 Iowa counties with Census data, above the Iowa county median of 1.34%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

1.39%

38th highest of 99 in IA

Median annual bill

$1,956

~$163/month

Median home value

$140,900

Iowa county median

1.34%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Mahaska County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Mahaska County's 1.39% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$1,959
Savings at 10–15% off
$196–$294
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Mahaska County vs. Iowa vs. U.S. property tax rates

Mahaska County1.39%
Iowa county median1.34%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Mahaska County's effective property tax rate is 1.39%, vs. 1.34% for the median Iowa county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 38th of 99 in Iowa. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in Mahaska County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Mahaska County Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Mahaska County deadline is April 25 – May 5. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the County Assessor.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $1,956 bill, 10–15% off is $196–$293 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Iowa

Iowa homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Mahaska County Assessor for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Mahaska County, Iowa?
The median effective property tax rate in Mahaska County is 1.39%: a median annual bill of $1,956 on a median home value of $140,900. That's the 38th-highest rate of 99 Iowa counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Mahaska County?
The median Mahaska County property tax bill is $1,956 a year, about $163 a month, compared with a Iowa county median of $1,976.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Mahaska County?
The deadline to appeal in Mahaska County is April 25 – May 5. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Mahaska County a high property tax area?
Mahaska County's 1.39% effective rate is above the Iowa county median of 1.34% and above the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 38th-highest rate of 99 Iowa counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Mahaska County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Marion County

Rate: 1.29%

Median bill: $2,727

Wapello County

Rate: 1.64%

Median bill: $1,854

Monroe County

Rate: 1.52%

Median bill: $2,065

Keokuk County

Rate: 1.33%

Median bill: $1,491

Poweshiek County

Rate: 1.28%

Median bill: $2,362

Jasper County

Rate: 1.42%

Median bill: $2,518

Iowa County

Rate: 1.35%

Median bill: $2,560

Jefferson County

Rate: 1.49%

Median bill: $2,397

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