Minnehaha County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 52,328.
The median annual property tax in Minnehaha County is $3,090, which is 73% higher than the South Dakota state average and 61% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $266,600. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,090
+73% vs State
+61% vs US
Median Home Value
$266,600
+60% vs State
+26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.16%
+6% vs State
+22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,151
$263/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,981
$248/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 | $3,090 +5.1% | 1.16% |
| 2022 | $2,940 +6.3% | 1.19% |
| 2021 | $2,765 +3.3% | 1.29% |
| 2020 | $2,676 +3.2% | 1.33% |
| 2019 | $2,594 | 1.39% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,074
per year
Monthly Tax
$258
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Corson County
Tax: $987/yr Rate: 1.34%
Lake County
Tax: $2,463/yr Rate: 1.07%
Hutchinson County
Tax: $1,793/yr Rate: 1.12%
Lyman County
Tax: $1,581/yr Rate: 1.01%
Todd County
Tax: $1,006/yr Rate: 2.23%
Brookings County
Tax: $2,795/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Minnehaha County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Minnehaha County is $3,090 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $266,600.
How does Minnehaha County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Minnehaha County are 61% 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 Minnehaha County? ▼
In Minnehaha County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,151 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,981. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Minnehaha County? ▼
Property taxes in Minnehaha County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $76,074. 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.