What is the property tax rate in Ames, IA?

Ames has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.45%. On a median home valued at $263,800, homeowners pay approximately $3,838 per year in property taxes.

How does Ames compare to Story County?

Ames's effective rate of 1.45% is 4% higher than the Story County average of 1.40%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,632, while Ames homeowners pay an estimated $3,838.

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

Based on Ames's effective rate of 1.45%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,350 per year, or about $363 per month.

Ames Property Tax Rate

Story County, Iowa

1.45%effective rate

Ames is located in Story County, Iowa. Homeowners in Ames pay a median of $3,838 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $263,800, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.45%. This is 4% higher than the Story County average of 1.40%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.45%

vs 1.40% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,838

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$263,800

2024 estimate

Population📍

66,112

Ames, IA

How Ames Compares

Ames

1.45%

Story County Average

1.40%

Iowa Average

1.39%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Ames

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,350

$363/month · Rate: 1.45%

Story 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.