Property Tax Information and Resources


Iowa’s property tax system is quite complex and has many different components that factor into calculations. To help our members gain a better understanding, we have developed several resources that explain the system and how it impacts city budgets. In addition, significant changes were made to the property tax system during the 2013 and 2019 legislative sessions that will affect cities now and in the future. The COVID-19 pandemic has also impacted city finance. The League has dedicated COVID-19 Resources & Finances pages.

Please click on the links above to see the Property Tax Special Report, Property Tax Glossary and other updates. 




Latest Resources

Our resources are continually updated, here's some of the newest resources.

City Levy Rates SF 2442 changes the calculation of the Combined General Fund Levy (CGFL), created…

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Are you curious about public utility rates for water, wastewater and stormwater utilities? Iowa Finance Authority…

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In August 2022, the League conducted a Civility Survey, to help us understand and communicate the…

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