Union County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 5,077.
The median annual property tax in Union County is $2,997, which is 68% higher than the South Dakota state average and 56% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $269,500. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,997
+68% vs State
+56% vs US
Median Home Value
$269,500
+61% vs State
+27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.11%
+2% vs State
+17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,026
$252/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,954
$246/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 | $2,997 +4.1% | 1.11% |
| 2022 | $2,880 +6.1% | 1.13% |
| 2021 | $2,715 +5.0% | 1.23% |
| 2020 | $2,586 +8.8% | 1.25% |
| 2019 | $2,377 | 1.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$84,137
per year
Monthly Tax
$250
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Codington County
Tax: $2,310/yr Rate: 1.06%
Douglas County
Tax: $1,466/yr Rate: 1.17%
Brule County
Tax: $1,744/yr Rate: 0.85%
Turner County
Tax: $2,072/yr Rate: 1.04%
Gregory County
Tax: $1,419/yr Rate: 1.10%
Tripp County
Tax: $1,237/yr Rate: 0.90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Union County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Union County is $2,997 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $269,500.
How does Union County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Union County are 56% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.11% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Union County? ▼
In Union County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,026 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,954. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Union County? ▼
Property taxes in Union County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $84,137. 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.