Butte County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 3,405.
The median annual property tax in Butte County is $2,197, which is 23% higher than the South Dakota state average and 14% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $207,700. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,197
+23% vs State
+14% vs US
Median Home Value
$207,700
+24% vs State
-2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
-3% vs State
+12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,636
$220/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,658
$138/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 | $2,197 +10.1% | 1.06% |
| 2022 | $1,996 +5.4% | 1.06% |
| 2021 | $1,894 +4.1% | 1.18% |
| 2020 | $1,820 +6.4% | 1.19% |
| 2019 | $1,711 | 1.23% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,692
per year
Monthly Tax
$183
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Meade County
Tax: $2,840/yr Rate: 1.03%
Gregory County
Tax: $1,419/yr Rate: 1.10%
Fall River County
Tax: $1,876/yr Rate: 1.06%
Custer County
Tax: $2,549/yr Rate: 0.78%
Hamlin County
Tax: $2,264/yr Rate: 1.09%
Miner County
Tax: $1,264/yr Rate: 1.11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Butte County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Butte County is $2,197 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $207,700.
How does Butte County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Butte County are 14% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.06% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Butte County? ▼
In Butte County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,636 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,658. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Butte County? ▼
Property taxes in Butte County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $67,692. 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.