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Capital Gains Tax in Iowa

Combined rate and how to defer it in Iowa.

Iowa's top income tax rate on capital gains reaches 5.70%, bringing the combined investment property figure to 29.5% (20% federal + 3.8% NIIT + 5.70% state). Iowa has been gradually cutting its rates, so confirm the current figure with your CPA.

Capital gains tax in Iowa

Iowa taxes capital gains as ordinary income at up to 5.70% at the state level. Combined with federal, you are at 29.5%. Estimate the full bill with depreciation recapture in the capital gains tax calculator.

Defer it with a 1031 exchange

A 1031 exchange can defer the combined 29.5% rate by reinvesting all proceeds into a replacement property. Model it in the 1031 exchange calculator and track your deadlines with the timeline calculator.

Educational only. Iowa has been adjusting its income tax rates. Confirm current Iowa capital gains rates with a tax professional.