Big Stone County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 1,730.
The median annual property tax in Big Stone County is $1,169, which is 46% lower than the Minnesota state average and 39% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $135,700. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,169
-46% vs State
-39% vs US
Median Home Value
$135,700
-39% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.86%
-11% vs State
-9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,171
$98/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,168
$97/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 | $1,169 +16.2% | 0.86% |
| 2022 | $1,006 +4.9% | 0.87% |
| 2021 | $959 +2.9% | 0.90% |
| 2020 | $932 +15.6% | 0.86% |
| 2019 | $806 | 0.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,475
per year
Monthly Tax
$97
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Kandiyohi County
Tax: $2,291/yr Rate: 0.99%
Martin County
Tax: $1,547/yr Rate: 0.97%
Nicollet County
Tax: $2,888/yr Rate: 1.12%
Sibley County
Tax: $2,364/yr Rate: 1.10%
Houston County
Tax: $2,633/yr Rate: 1.16%
Watonwan County
Tax: $1,557/yr Rate: 1.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Big Stone County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Big Stone County is $1,169 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $135,700.
How does Big Stone County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Big Stone County are 39% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.86% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Big Stone County? ▼
In Big Stone County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,171 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,168. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Big Stone County? ▼
Property taxes in Big Stone County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $65,475. 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.