What is the property tax rate in Dubuque, IA?

Dubuque has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.36%. On a median home valued at $193,100, homeowners pay approximately $2,623 per year in property taxes.

How does Dubuque compare to Dubuque County?

Dubuque's effective rate of 1.36% is 11% higher than the Dubuque County average of 1.23%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,919, while Dubuque homeowners pay an estimated $2,623.

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

Based on Dubuque's effective rate of 1.36%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,080 per year, or about $340 per month.

Dubuque Property Tax Rate

Dubuque County, Iowa

1.36%effective rate

Dubuque is located in Dubuque County, Iowa. Homeowners in Dubuque pay a median of $2,623 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $193,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.36%. This is 11% higher than the Dubuque County average of 1.23%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.36%

vs 1.23% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,623

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$193,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

59,271

Dubuque, IA

How Dubuque Compares

Dubuque

1.36%

Dubuque County Average

1.23%

Iowa Average

1.39%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Dubuque

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,080

$340/month · Rate: 1.36%

Dubuque 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.