Stearns County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 41,324.
The median annual property tax in Stearns County is $2,617, which is 21% higher than the Minnesota state average and 36% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $256,500. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,617
+21% vs State
+36% vs US
Median Home Value
$256,500
+15% vs State
+21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.02%
+5% vs State
+7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,612
$218/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,625
$219/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 | $2,617 +6.0% | 1.02% |
| 2022 | $2,470 +8.4% | 1.02% |
| 2021 | $2,279 +6.6% | 1.11% |
| 2020 | $2,138 +4.3% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $2,050 | 1.11% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,447
per year
Monthly Tax
$218
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Meeker County
Tax: $2,159/yr Rate: 0.94%
Wadena County
Tax: $1,773/yr Rate: 1.04%
Douglas County
Tax: $2,516/yr Rate: 0.86%
Swift County
Tax: $1,258/yr Rate: 0.86%
Pope County
Tax: $1,915/yr Rate: 0.79%
Clearwater County
Tax: $1,297/yr Rate: 0.73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Stearns County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Stearns County is $2,617 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $256,500.
How does Stearns County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Stearns County are 36% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.02% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Stearns County? ▼
In Stearns County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,612 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,625. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Stearns County? ▼
Property taxes in Stearns County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $76,447. 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.