What is the property tax rate in Waukee, IA?

Waukee has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.60%. On a median home valued at $328,200, homeowners pay approximately $5,241 per year in property taxes.

How does Waukee compare to Dallas County?

Waukee's effective rate of 1.60% is 13% higher than the Dallas County average of 1.41%. The county-wide median annual tax is $5,001, while Waukee homeowners pay an estimated $5,241.

How much are property taxes in Waukee on a $300,000 home?

Based on Waukee's effective rate of 1.60%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,800 per year, or about $400 per month.

Waukee Property Tax Rate

Dallas County, Iowa

1.60%effective rate

Waukee is located in Dallas County, Iowa. Homeowners in Waukee pay a median of $5,241 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $328,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.60%. This is 13% higher than the Dallas County average of 1.41%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.60%

vs 1.41% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$5,241

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$328,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

26,974

Waukee, IA

How Waukee Compares

Waukee

1.60%

Dallas County Average

1.41%

Iowa Average

1.39%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Waukee

Property taxes in Waukee are collected by Dallas County. Tax exemptions available to Dallas County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Waukee. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Dallas County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,800

$400/month · Rate: 1.60%

Dallas County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.