Blue Earth County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 16,787.
The median annual property tax in Blue Earth County is $2,487, which is 15% higher than the Minnesota state average and 29% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $252,800. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,487
+15% vs State
+29% vs US
Median Home Value
$252,800
+14% vs State
+19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
+1% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,479
$207/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,500
$208/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 | $2,487 +5.1% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $2,366 +14.5% | 0.99% |
| 2021 | $2,066 +7.5% | 1.02% |
| 2020 | $1,922 +4.6% | 0.99% |
| 2019 | $1,838 | 0.99% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,623
per year
Monthly Tax
$207
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Washington County
Tax: $4,012/yr Rate: 1.00%
Wilkin County
Tax: $1,310/yr Rate: 0.76%
Koochiching County
Tax: $1,148/yr Rate: 0.80%
Aitkin County
Tax: $1,346/yr Rate: 0.57%
Kittson County
Tax: $1,231/yr Rate: 0.92%
Stevens County
Tax: $1,459/yr Rate: 0.81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Blue Earth County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Blue Earth County is $2,487 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $252,800.
How does Blue Earth County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Blue Earth County are 29% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Blue Earth County? ▼
In Blue Earth County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,479 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,500. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Blue Earth County? ▼
Property taxes in Blue Earth County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $72,623. 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.