Mellette County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 369.
The median annual property tax in Mellette County is $963, which is 46% lower than the South Dakota state average and 50% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $63,000. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$963
-46% vs State
-50% vs US
Median Home Value
$63,000
-62% vs State
-70% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.53%
+40% vs State
+61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,250
$104/mo
Without Mortgage
$925
$77/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 | $963 -2.1% | 1.53% |
| 2022 | $984 +9.3% | 1.62% |
| 2021 | $900 +10.2% | 1.74% |
| 2020 | $817 +5.0% | N/A |
| 2019 | $778 | 2.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,364
per year
Monthly Tax
$80
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Jackson County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Stanley County
Tax: $2,423/yr Rate: 1.43%
Gregory County
Tax: $1,419/yr Rate: 1.10%
Union County
Tax: $2,997/yr Rate: 1.11%
Jerauld County
Tax: $1,212/yr Rate: 0.95%
Day County
Tax: $1,598/yr Rate: 1.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mellette County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mellette County is $963 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $63,000.
How does Mellette County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mellette County are 50% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mellette County? ▼
In Mellette County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,250 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $925. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mellette County? ▼
Property taxes in Mellette County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $51,364. 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.