Muscatine, Jail, 400 Walnut St, Muscatine, IA 52761, US

Muscatine County Assessor's Office in Muscatine, IA is responsible for assessing all types of real property within its jurisdiction, including residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural properties. The assessor ensures that property is assessed accurately and fairly, with revaluations taking place every two years. They are appointed by a Conference Board and must pass a state examination and complete a Continuing Education Program. The assessor's focus is on determining property value, not calculating or collecting taxes. Muscatine County Assessor's Office provides access to property information and maps online through the Muscatine Area Geographic Information Consortium (MAGIC). They do not calculate taxes, collect taxes, determine tax rates, or set policy for the Board of Review. Taxing jurisdictions adopt budgets that determine the tax levy, which is based on the value of each property compared to the total value in the taxing district. The office aims to serve the community by ensuring fair property assessments and providing valuable resources for property owners.Generated from the website