Aitkin County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 5,916.
The median annual property tax in Aitkin County is $1,346, which is 38% lower than the Minnesota state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $235,100. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,346
-38% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$235,100
+6% vs State
+11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
-41% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,415
$118/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,279
$107/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,346 +4.6% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $1,287 +11.0% | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $1,159 +5.9% | 0.59% |
| 2020 | $1,094 +2.5% | 0.60% |
| 2019 | $1,067 | 0.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,498
per year
Monthly Tax
$112
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Chisago County
Tax: $3,668/yr Rate: 1.12%
Wright County
Tax: $3,319/yr Rate: 1.00%
Grant County
Tax: $1,677/yr Rate: 0.94%
Sherburne County
Tax: $3,311/yr Rate: 1.00%
Clearwater County
Tax: $1,297/yr Rate: 0.73%
Douglas County
Tax: $2,516/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Aitkin County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Aitkin County is $1,346 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $235,100.
How does Aitkin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Aitkin County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Aitkin County? ▼
In Aitkin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,415 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,279. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Aitkin County? ▼
Property taxes in Aitkin County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $59,498. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.