Ames Tax Information
Ames is located in Story County, Iowa. Property taxes are determined by the county tax rate and your home's assessed value.
Property Taxes in Ames
Property taxes in Ames, Iowa are assessed and collected by Story County. The effective tax rate of 0.015% is applied to your property's assessed value to determine your annual property tax bill.
About Ames
Ames is a city in Story County, Iowa with a population of approximately 66,427 residents. As part of Story County, all properties in Ames are subject to the county's property tax rates and assessment procedures.
Tax Exemptions and Relief Programs
Story County offers various exemptions and relief programs that may reduce your property tax burden. Common exemptions include homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior citizen exemptions, veteran exemptions, and disability exemptions. Contact the Story County Tax Assessor's office to learn about programs you may qualify for.