Des Moines is Iowa's capital and a national insurance-industry hub, anchoring one of the Midwest's more resilient job markets. Polk County's property tax rate is above the state average, primarily funding local schools.
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Des Moines housing market
The 1.68% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Des Moines and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Iowa average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Des Moines buyers. Many Des Moines properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $100/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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