Mille Lacs County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 8,346.
The median annual property tax in Mille Lacs County is $2,475, which is 14% higher than the Minnesota state average and 29% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $237,500. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,475
+14% vs State
+29% vs US
Median Home Value
$237,500
+7% vs State
+12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
+7% vs State
+9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,539
$212/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,345
$195/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 | $2,475 +5.8% | 1.04% |
| 2022 | $2,340 +9.7% | 1.06% |
| 2021 | $2,133 +9.1% | 1.15% |
| 2020 | $1,955 +1.8% | 1.15% |
| 2019 | $1,920 | 1.18% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,455
per year
Monthly Tax
$206
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Traverse County
Tax: $1,070/yr Rate: 0.97%
Scott County
Tax: $4,195/yr Rate: 1.07%
Pennington County
Tax: $2,300/yr Rate: 1.22%
Olmsted County
Tax: $3,314/yr Rate: 1.09%
Beltrami County
Tax: $2,214/yr Rate: 1.00%
Pope County
Tax: $1,915/yr Rate: 0.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mille Lacs County is $2,475 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $237,500.
How does Mille Lacs County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mille Lacs County are 29% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.04% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mille Lacs County? ▼
In Mille Lacs County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,539 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,345. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mille Lacs County? ▼
Property taxes in Mille Lacs County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $71,455. 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.