Custer County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 3,451.
The median annual property tax in Custer County is $2,549, which is 43% higher than the South Dakota state average and 33% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $327,200. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,549
+43% vs State
+33% vs US
Median Home Value
$327,200
+96% vs State
+55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
-28% vs State
-18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,743
$229/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,271
$189/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 | $2,549 +4.5% | 0.78% |
| 2022 | $2,439 +12.7% | 0.83% |
| 2021 | $2,165 +3.7% | 0.85% |
| 2020 | $2,087 -3.1% | 0.90% |
| 2019 | $2,154 | 1.00% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,958
per year
Monthly Tax
$212
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Harding County
Tax: $1,460/yr Rate: 0.93%
Douglas County
Tax: $1,466/yr Rate: 1.17%
Potter County
Tax: $1,663/yr Rate: 1.37%
Lincoln County
Tax: $3,822/yr Rate: 1.18%
Union County
Tax: $2,997/yr Rate: 1.11%
Lawrence County
Tax: $2,671/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Custer County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Custer County is $2,549 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.78% on a median home value of $327,200.
How does Custer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Custer County are 33% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.78% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Custer County? ▼
In Custer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,743 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,271. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Custer County? ▼
Property taxes in Custer County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $81,958. 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.