Cass County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 10,840.
The median annual property tax in Cass County is $1,512, which is 30% lower than the Minnesota state average and 21% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $262,300. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,512
-30% vs State
-21% vs US
Median Home Value
$262,300
+18% vs State
+24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
-40% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,477
$123/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,574
$131/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 | $1,512 +4.7% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $1,444 +8.1% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $1,336 +4.7% | 0.64% |
| 2020 | $1,276 +3.9% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $1,228 | 0.63% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,937
per year
Monthly Tax
$126
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Roseau County
Tax: $1,644/yr Rate: 0.93%
Becker County
Tax: $1,951/yr Rate: 0.73%
Nicollet County
Tax: $2,888/yr Rate: 1.12%
Big Stone County
Tax: $1,169/yr Rate: 0.86%
Waseca County
Tax: $2,537/yr Rate: 1.19%
Scott County
Tax: $4,195/yr Rate: 1.07%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cass County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cass County is $1,512 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $262,300.
How does Cass County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cass County are 21% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cass County? ▼
In Cass County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,477 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,574. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cass County? ▼
Property taxes in Cass County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $64,937. 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.