Freeborn County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 10,221.
The median annual property tax in Freeborn County is $1,750, which is 19% lower than the Minnesota state average and 9% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $164,900. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,750
-19% vs State
-9% vs US
Median Home Value
$164,900
-26% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
+9% vs State
+12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,745
$145/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,758
$147/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 | $1,750 +6.1% | 1.06% |
| 2022 | $1,649 +14.7% | 1.07% |
| 2021 | $1,438 +5.9% | 1.09% |
| 2020 | $1,358 +7.9% | 1.12% |
| 2019 | $1,259 | 1.11% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,012
per year
Monthly Tax
$146
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Lake County
Tax: $1,674/yr Rate: 0.75%
Mower County
Tax: $1,819/yr Rate: 1.06%
Le Sueur County
Tax: $3,119/yr Rate: 1.08%
Aitkin County
Tax: $1,346/yr Rate: 0.57%
Chisago County
Tax: $3,668/yr Rate: 1.12%
Douglas County
Tax: $2,516/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Freeborn County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Freeborn County is $1,750 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $164,900.
How does Freeborn County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Freeborn County are 9% below 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 Freeborn County? ▼
In Freeborn County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,745 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,758. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Freeborn County? ▼
Property taxes in Freeborn County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $69,012. 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.