Polk County Treasurer | Iowa Tax And Tags (2024)

FAQs

What do I need to renew my tags in Iowa? ›

Fortunately, you do not need a renewal notice to renew online, you just need your plate number along with a Web PIN or Audit Number. If you do not have your Web PIN, you can also use the Audit Number that is included in the bottom left portion of your current vehicle registration.

A person shall not be considered to be driving a motor vehicle with an expired registration for a period of one month following the expiration date of the vehicle registration. The one-month period shall be the same as the period defined in section 321.134, subsection 1. 2.

If you have your current registration, you must bring it with you. You can receive a replacement set of plates at your County Treasurer's Office. You will need to bring with you your current registration and your remaining plate that is on your vehicle and pay the applicable fees.

Pay Online

Pay property tax or registration renewal fees online at IowaTaxAndTags/org. It's easy, convenient and secure! Receive email confirmation of your payment. Vehicle registrations are mailed out the next business day after payment is received.

The Iowa Department of Revenue may place a STOP on your record which will prevent vehicle registration renewal. Contact them at 1-866-339-7912. Once the issue is resolved, you must pay in office or by mail.

– Late fees: A $5 late fee will be added for every month your registration is late. – Impoundment: Your vehicle may be impounded if you are pulled over and your registration is expired. – Fines: You may be fined up to $50 for driving with an expired registration.

While some states might offer a short grace period (a few days to a month) after tags expire, it's not a guarantee. Law enforcement officers can technically ticket you the day after your tags expire. It's always best to renew your tags before their expiration date.

Fee for a numbered regular plate with the emblem is $25 with a $5 renewal fee that is in addition to the regular annual registration fee. Fee for a personalized plate with the emblem is $50 with a $5 renewal fee that is in addition to the regular annual registration fee.

Can I Get Pulled Over for Expired or Missing Tags? Yes, you can get pulled over for expired, missing, or non-visible registration tags on your car or motorcycle. This is considered a non-moving violation and can carry fines.

Registration plates issued for a motor vehicle other than an autocycle, motorcycle, motorized bicycle, or truck tractor shall be attached to the motor vehicle, one in the front and the other in the rear.

Can you drive a car without plates if you just bought it in Iowa? ›

Penalties will apply after 30 days. A Buyer/Transferee can drive the vehicle for 30 days without plates, as long as the vehicle was currently licensed by the Seller/Transferor. The properly assigned title and proof of insurance must be available in the vehicle in case the Buyer/Transferee is stopped by law enforcement.

Blackout plates with the regular number-letter combination are $35, plus an annual $10 fee. Personalized versions cost $60, with a $15 annual fee.

The county's median effective property tax rate being 2.10%, the highest in the state. Naturally, Iowa's $4,005 median annual tax bill ranks in the top three among Iowa counties. Des Moines has the county's highest property tax rates.

The state income tax rates range from 0% to 8.53%, and the sales tax rate is 6%.

Welcome to the Polk County Tax Collector ePayment Service

We currently accept payment with E-Check, American Express, Discover, Visa or Master Card credit card. There is a convenience fee assessed with paying your taxes online.