Meeker County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 7,404.
The median annual property tax in Meeker County is $2,159, which is 0% higher than the Minnesota state average and 12% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $228,900. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,159
+0% vs State
+12% vs US
Median Home Value
$228,900
+3% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.94%
-3% vs State
-1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,162
$180/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,153
$179/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 | $2,159 +8.3% | 0.94% |
| 2022 | $1,994 +10.2% | 0.92% |
| 2021 | $1,809 +6.0% | 0.97% |
| 2020 | $1,706 +3.4% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $1,650 | 0.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,037
per year
Monthly Tax
$180
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Mahnomen County
Tax: $1,427/yr Rate: 0.97%
Watonwan County
Tax: $1,557/yr Rate: 1.03%
Lac qui Parle County
Tax: $1,360/yr Rate: 0.95%
Chisago County
Tax: $3,668/yr Rate: 1.12%
Otter Tail County
Tax: $1,966/yr Rate: 0.78%
Pipestone County
Tax: $1,154/yr Rate: 0.91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Meeker County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Meeker County is $2,159 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $228,900.
How does Meeker County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Meeker County are 12% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.94% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Meeker County? ▼
In Meeker County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,162 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,153. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Meeker County? ▼
Property taxes in Meeker County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $75,037. 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.