Perkins County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 990.
The median annual property tax in Perkins County is $1,405, which is 21% lower than the South Dakota state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $105,900. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,405
-21% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$105,900
-37% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.33%
+22% vs State
+40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,489
$124/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,352
$113/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 | $1,405 +2.0% | 1.33% |
| 2022 | $1,378 +3.2% | 1.27% |
| 2021 | $1,335 +3.6% | 1.32% |
| 2020 | $1,289 +1.6% | 1.28% |
| 2019 | $1,269 | 1.24% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,455
per year
Monthly Tax
$117
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Todd County
Tax: $1,006/yr Rate: 2.23%
Hutchinson County
Tax: $1,793/yr Rate: 1.12%
Spink County
Tax: $1,539/yr Rate: 1.31%
Sully County
Tax: $1,697/yr Rate: 0.85%
Stanley County
Tax: $2,423/yr Rate: 1.43%
Lyman County
Tax: $1,581/yr Rate: 1.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Perkins County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Perkins County is $1,405 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $105,900.
How does Perkins County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Perkins County are 27% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Perkins County? ▼
In Perkins County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,489 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,352. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Perkins County? ▼
Property taxes in Perkins County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $65,455. 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.