Webster County, IA

Webster County, IA assessor property search and records

Use this county guide to find official assessor property search resources, recorder and deed links, tax records, GIS parcel maps, permits, and property data insights for Webster County, Iowa. Search an address or APN, then jump to official county sources or property tax and value data.

Official sources

Webster County assessor, recorder, tax, and parcel map sources

Use this table to find the official county source for assessor property search, recorded documents, property tax, GIS parcel maps, permits, and zoning records.

Webster County official assessor, tax, deed, GIS, permit, and land-use sources
Record typeOfficial sourceNotes
Assessed valuesWebster County Assessorwww.webstercountyia.gov/departments/assessor/index.php
  • Official department page for assessment information.
  • Property search is handled via the Beacon portal.
Property searchBeacon Property Searchbeacon.schneidercorp.com/Application.aspx
  • Primary portal for integrated property data and parcel mapping.
  • Includes assessment data and tax information.
Deeds and recorded documentsWebster County Recorder Land Recordswww.webstercountyia.gov/departments/recorder/land_records.php
  • Information on recording fees and document types.
  • Real estate recording cutoff is 3:00 p.m.
Property taxesWebster County Treasurer Property Taxeswww.webstercountyia.gov/departments/treasurer/property_taxes/index.php
  • Provides tax payment information and links to Iowa Treasurers Online for payments.
GIS and parcel mapsWebster County GIS Divisionwww.webstercountyia.gov/departments/engineer_roads/gis_division.php
  • Provides access to static PDF maps and GIS information.
  • Interactive parcel mapping is available via the Beacon portal.
Permits and building recordsWebster County Planning and Zoning - Permitswww.webstercountyia.gov/departments/planning_and_zoning.php
  • Building/Zoning permit applications are available for download.
  • Permits are required for construction in unincorporated areas.
Zoning and land useWebster County Zoning Informationwww.webstercountyia.gov/departments/planning_and_zoning.php
  • Provides access to zoning ordinances and static zoning maps.
  • Zoning applies to unincorporated areas of the county.
County data

Webster County tax rates and property values

County and city-level rollups from AssessorSearch indexed property data. Use these values as directional context, then verify parcel-specific details with the official county sources above.

Median estimated value$133,154

Median estimated market value for properties in this county.

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Median assessed value$109,150

Median assessed value from county assessment records when available.

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Median annual property tax$1,690

Median annual property tax amount from indexed tax records when available.

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Median effective property tax rate1.37%

Median effective property tax rate calculated from annual tax and value fields.

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City property data

Top city rollups for estimated value, assessed value, property tax rate, and tax amount.

Webster County city-level property value and tax-rate rollups
CityMedian estimated valueMedian assessed valueMedian effective property tax rateMedian tax amount
Fort Dodge$130,202$106,3601.53%$1,782
Gowrie$143,820$123,3701.12%$1,592
Dayton$141,757$116,4351.01%$1,432
Lehigh$93,773$73,2600.90%$820
Duncombe$152,116$126,6001.00%$1,488
Otho$100,569$90,9901.20%$1,170
Badger$163,932$141,5001.35%$2,196
Callender$127,000$110,6401.05%$1,383
Clare$169,933$151,8500.93%$1,561
Harcourt$125,109$95,9000.95%$1,218
FAQ

Webster County property records FAQ

Common questions about assessor, deed, tax, GIS, and permit records.

Where can I search Webster County property records by address?

Use the official Beacon Property Search to search Webster County property records by address or parcel number. Use AssessorSearch property search as a free, easy-to-use option to search Webster County by address or APN.

How do I find the owners of Webster County properties?

Use the official Beacon Property Search for county ownership and parcel records when owner names are available online. Use AssessorSearch property search as a free, easy-to-use option to look up Webster County properties by address or APN.

Where can I verify assessed value in Webster County?

Use the official Webster County Assessor for assessed values, parcel details, exemptions, and property characteristics when those records are available online.

Where can I look up Webster County property tax bills or payments?

Use the official Webster County Treasurer Property Taxes for property tax bills, payment history, due dates, or tax collector records.

Where can I find deeds or recorded documents in Webster County?

Use the official Webster County Recorder Land Records for deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and other recorded documents. These records are usually separate from assessor property-value records.

Where can I view parcel maps or GIS data in Webster County?

Use the official Webster County GIS Division for parcel maps, map layers, boundaries, and GIS context. GIS maps should be treated as reference tools, not legal surveys.

Can I build a list of Webster County property owners?

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