3 Things to Know About Online Property Tax Payments

Polk County Treasurer’s Office reminds residents that property tax payments are due March 31 and September 30 each year. Use the online payment system to complete the process. It’s easy, convenient and secure.

Make your payment online.

1. Go to www.iowataxandtags.org. Select Pay Online and choose your County and Tax Type (Property Tax).
2. Search for the property by the parcel number or owner’s name. Be sure you are responsible for paying property tax. A message will appear if property taxes are paid by your bank or escrow company.
3. Select a payment option that works best for you. A non-refundable $0.30 convenience fee will be applied to all electronic payments.
1. E-check or electronic check is completed by entering the routing number and account number.
2. Credit card payments incur a transaction fee based on the amount paid.
3. Debit card payments incur a flat transaction fee.

You may also mail in your payment to 111 Court Ave., Des Moines, IA 50309 or place your payment in the drop box located at the near the south entrance of the Polk County Administration Building located at 111 Court Avenue, Des Moines. Or, call the Polk County Treasurer’s Office and make an electronic payment. Transaction fees will apply.

Is you choose not to pay online, select from these additional payment options.

1. Mail to 111 Court Ave., Des Moines, IA 50309.
2. Place in drop box located near the south entrance of the Polk County Administration Building, 111 Court Avenue, Des Moines
3. Call 515-286-3060 make an electronic payment. Transaction fees will apply.