Lawrence County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 7,545.
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $2,671, which is 50% higher than the South Dakota state average and 39% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $310,800. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,671
+50% vs State
+39% vs US
Median Home Value
$310,800
+86% vs State
+47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.86%
-21% vs State
-9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,929
$244/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,441
$203/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 | $2,671 +2.5% | 0.86% |
| 2022 | $2,605 +3.3% | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $2,523 +0.8% | 1.06% |
| 2020 | $2,503 +1.3% | 1.12% |
| 2019 | $2,472 | 1.19% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,766
per year
Monthly Tax
$223
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Todd County
Tax: $1,006/yr Rate: 2.23%
Butte County
Tax: $2,197/yr Rate: 1.06%
Campbell County
Tax: $1,266/yr Rate: 1.44%
Davison County
Tax: $2,361/yr Rate: 1.24%
Meade County
Tax: $2,840/yr Rate: 1.03%
Deuel County
Tax: $1,477/yr Rate: 0.82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lawrence County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $2,671 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $310,800.
How does Lawrence County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County are 39% 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 Lawrence County? ▼
In Lawrence County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,929 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,441. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $66,766. 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.