Brown County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 8,695.
The median annual property tax in Brown County is $1,890, which is 13% lower than the Minnesota state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $181,700. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,890
-13% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$181,700
-18% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
+7% vs State
+9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,952
$163/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,822
$152/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 | $1,890 +5.5% | 1.04% |
| 2022 | $1,791 +6.7% | 1.08% |
| 2021 | $1,678 +5.7% | 1.14% |
| 2020 | $1,588 +2.1% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $1,555 | 1.10% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,690
per year
Monthly Tax
$158
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Washington County
Tax: $4,012/yr Rate: 1.00%
Chippewa County
Tax: $1,551/yr Rate: 1.04%
Olmsted County
Tax: $3,314/yr Rate: 1.09%
Swift County
Tax: $1,258/yr Rate: 0.86%
Lake of the Woods County
Tax: $1,520/yr Rate: 0.71%
Scott County
Tax: $4,195/yr Rate: 1.07%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Brown County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Brown County is $1,890 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $181,700.
How does Brown County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Brown County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.04% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Brown County? ▼
In Brown County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,952 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,822. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Brown County? ▼
Property taxes in Brown County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $68,690. 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.