Lincoln County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 1,998.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,478, which is 32% lower than the Minnesota state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $152,200. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,478
-32% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,200
-32% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
+0% vs State
+2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,731
$144/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,281
$107/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 | $1,478 +3.3% | 0.97% |
| 2022 | $1,431 +8.0% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $1,325 +5.3% | 1.13% |
| 2020 | $1,258 +3.9% | 1.17% |
| 2019 | $1,211 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,715
per year
Monthly Tax
$123
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Ramsey County
Tax: $3,767/yr Rate: 1.24%
Koochiching County
Tax: $1,148/yr Rate: 0.80%
Goodhue County
Tax: $2,866/yr Rate: 1.06%
Cass County
Tax: $1,512/yr Rate: 0.58%
Wilkin County
Tax: $1,310/yr Rate: 0.76%
Crow Wing County
Tax: $2,161/yr Rate: 0.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,478 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $152,200.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.97% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,731 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,281. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $67,715. 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.