McLeod County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 11,645.
The median annual property tax in McLeod County is $2,708, which is 25% higher than the Minnesota state average and 41% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $233,400. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,708
+25% vs State
+41% vs US
Median Home Value
$233,400
+5% vs State
+10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.16%
+20% vs State
+22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,765
$230/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,613
$218/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 | $2,708 +6.2% | 1.16% |
| 2022 | $2,551 +12.6% | 1.19% |
| 2021 | $2,265 +10.9% | 1.23% |
| 2020 | $2,042 +6.2% | 1.19% |
| 2019 | $1,922 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,468
per year
Monthly Tax
$226
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Wright County
Tax: $3,319/yr Rate: 1.00%
Lac qui Parle County
Tax: $1,360/yr Rate: 0.95%
Murray County
Tax: $1,373/yr Rate: 0.77%
Pennington County
Tax: $2,300/yr Rate: 1.22%
Wabasha County
Tax: $2,675/yr Rate: 1.09%
Otter Tail County
Tax: $1,966/yr Rate: 0.78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in McLeod County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in McLeod County is $2,708 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $233,400.
How does McLeod County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in McLeod County are 41% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.16% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in McLeod County? ▼
In McLeod County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,765 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,613. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in McLeod County? ▼
Property taxes in McLeod County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $78,468. 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.