Ramsey County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 133,704.
The median annual property tax in Ramsey County is $3,767, which is 74% higher than the Minnesota state average and 96% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.24% on a median home value of $304,900. Property taxes represent 4.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,767
+74% vs State
+96% vs US
Median Home Value
$304,900
+37% vs State
+44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.24%
+28% vs State
+31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,766
$314/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,770
$314/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 | $3,767 +5.3% | 1.24% |
| 2022 | $3,578 +8.4% | 1.24% |
| 2021 | $3,302 +8.7% | 1.30% |
| 2020 | $3,039 +4.2% | 1.27% |
| 2019 | $2,916 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,004
per year
Monthly Tax
$314
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Waseca County
Tax: $2,537/yr Rate: 1.19%
Lake County
Tax: $1,674/yr Rate: 0.75%
Meeker County
Tax: $2,159/yr Rate: 0.94%
Kandiyohi County
Tax: $2,291/yr Rate: 0.99%
Stearns County
Tax: $2,617/yr Rate: 1.02%
Wright County
Tax: $3,319/yr Rate: 1.00%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ramsey County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ramsey County is $3,767 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.24% on a median home value of $304,900.
How does Ramsey County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ramsey County are 96% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.24% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ramsey County? ▼
In Ramsey County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,766 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,770. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ramsey County? ▼
Property taxes in Ramsey County represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $81,004. 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.