Douglas County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 13,312.
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $2,516, which is 16% higher than the Minnesota state average and 31% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $291,700. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,516
+16% vs State
+31% vs US
Median Home Value
$291,700
+31% vs State
+38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.86%
-11% vs State
-9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,446
$204/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,662
$222/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 | $2,516 +5.7% | 0.86% |
| 2022 | $2,380 +10.5% | 0.86% |
| 2021 | $2,154 +7.4% | 0.86% |
| 2020 | $2,006 +5.7% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $1,898 | 0.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,264
per year
Monthly Tax
$210
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Scott County
Tax: $4,195/yr Rate: 1.07%
Cass County
Tax: $1,512/yr Rate: 0.58%
Traverse County
Tax: $1,070/yr Rate: 0.97%
Redwood County
Tax: $1,444/yr Rate: 0.96%
Clay County
Tax: $2,854/yr Rate: 1.11%
Le Sueur County
Tax: $3,119/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Douglas County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $2,516 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $291,700.
How does Douglas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County are 31% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.86% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
In Douglas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,446 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,662. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $77,264. 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.